Hektoen International

A Journal of Medical Humanities

Tag: Ann Redpath

  • That reminds me of a story: The language of narrative in medicine

    Ann RedpathNew York City, United States Story is ubiquitous. It’s no wonder that it shows up in medicine.How does narrative feed medical language? “I have over 500 patients,” the heart surgeon raised her voice in exasperation. “I just want you to hear my side of the story,” the patient countered. Too late. The doctor had…