Presented by Vinayak Venkataraman, MD
In this session, we will review why narrative medicine and reflective writing are important tenants of caring for AYAs. We will discuss some ideas we can support reflective writing for both AYAs and for providers caring for AYAs. Dr. Venkataraman will also share how he has learned about caring for AYAs facing illness through writing.
Landmark Articles and Resources
ASCO Educational Book on Reflective Writing “For Our Patients, for Ourselves: The Value of Personal Reflection in Oncology” – https://ascopubs.org/doi/10.1200/EDBK_175520
The Lancet “What’s the story? A guide for the clinician writer” by Suzanne Koven – https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(19)30008-X/abstract
Becoming a Better Physician (Dr. Venkataraman’s piece, “Young Hearts Dying,” is in this): https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Better-Physician-Insightful-Inspirational/dp/3031694120
JAMA “Setting Intentions” – https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2813911
