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Humanism in Patient Care Celebrated at Feinberg
January 6, 2021
During the event, students, residents and faculty were inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society and recognized as exemplars of compassionate patient care who serve as role models, mentors and leaders in medicine. chevron_rightRead more
Feinberg School of Medicine’s Dr. Patricia Garcia receives the Arnold P. Gold Foundation Humanism in Medicine Award from the Association of American Medical Colleges
August 28, 2020
“I’ve always considered myself as a catalyst. Being able to put the right people in touch with each other, whether that’s in a classroom or for Area of Scholarly Concentration projects, or giving faculty the opportunity to interact with students, that’s what’s so thrilling to me — not my personal interactions as much as getting the right people together to make amazing things happen,” Garcia said.chevron_rightRead more
In the face of challenges posed by a pandemic and racism, the White Coat Ceremony underscores the importance of our shared humanity
August 5, 2020
The AAMC and the Gold Foundation urge medical schools to continue to hold this annual ritualchevron_rightRead more
Class of 2024 Medical Students Takes First Steps Toward the Future at White Coat Ceremony
August 4, 2020
“The white coat signifies an expectation of medical knowledge and skills, mutual respect and humanity,” said Steven Zweig, MD, dean of the MU School of Medicine. “Recently it has also come to symbolize the selfless commitment of health care workers during the current viral pandemic and making a commitment to fighting racism in medicine.”chevron_rightRead more
GHHS Chapter at John A. Burns School of Medicine sends care packages during COVID-19 pandemic
May 5, 2020
GHHS President, Kayla Murata said, “I am continually amazed at the selfless compassion of my peers who are always willing to volunteer and serve others."chevron_rightRead more
Medical Professor Honored for Her Commitment to Humanism
April 20, 2020
“Before I ever set foot in medical school, I was exposed to this incredible range of how harmful, and how healing, interactions with physicians could be,” Dr. Horton said. “For me, those things are deeply personal.” chevron_rightRead more
GHHS members at New York Medical College support and boost morale of fellow health care workers
April 6, 2020
“During this time of uncertainty, instead of choosing to dwell on the experiences we have lost like Match Day, clerkships and commencement, we have chosen to focus on what we might be able to do to help others who are losing so much more,” said Brianna Evans, SOM Class of 2020 and GHHS co-president. chevron_rightRead more
New York Medical College Class of 2023 Marks Medical School Milestone: The White Coat Ceremony
November 11, 2019
Student remarks were presented by Jennifer Lindelof, SOM Class of 2020, two-term president of the Student Senate and a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society. “I want you to remember to enjoy this day and all the people here to support you. You are about to put on those white coats for the first time and it will feel different, because it is different. The white coat is a powerful and empowering symbol of the medical profession that will be passed onto you today.”chevron_rightRead more
University of Minnesota Medical School Students Recognized for ‘Keeping Healthcare Human’
November 7, 2019
“Humanism is important in medicine. It’s vital,” said Jessica Flores Casey, a fourth-year medical student and GHHS member. “Medicine is a service for other people. Some may see it as a profession that distinguishes us in a higher manner or prestige, but really it is a profession of service, and our chapter is one tool that will make us better providers.”chevron_rightRead more
UMass nursing student honored by Gold Foundation for essay on patient encounter
October 8, 2019
In a powerful essay, student Kathleen Schultz recorded her experience with a Vietnam War veteran who revealed his PTSD in what would prove to be his final hours. Her ability to connect with and make an impact on a patient through humanism and compassion allowed him to finally find peace after more than 40 years of mental anguish. chevron_rightRead more
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