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Limericks for Myocardial Recovery and Regeneration
James B Young1, Albert E Raizner2
1Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, US.
Methodist Debakey Cardiovascular Journal
|August 26, 2024
Summary
Limericks offer a fun way to memorize complex anatomy for interventional cardiology. This poetic form provides a creative mental break for busy cardiac professionals.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Poetry and Medicine
Background:
- Limericks are a simple, engaging poetic form.
- Poetry can serve as a creative outlet and learning tool.
- Interest in limericks often begins in childhood and evolves with age.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the use of limericks as an educational tool in cardiology.
- To provide a creative respite for healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- Dr. Marshall S. Flam was invited to contribute limericks.
- The limericks were created to align with the theme of myocardial recovery and regeneration.
Main Results:
- The collection "Limericks for Myocardial Recovery and Regeneration" was presented.
- Limericks can aid in memorizing anatomical relationships relevant to interventional cardiology.
Conclusions:
- Limerick creation can be an engaging pastime for medical professionals.
- This poetic form offers intellectual exercise and stress relief in demanding medical fields.
