Hektoen International

A Journal of Medical Humanities

Tag: Madonna della lampada

  • Hope, health and healing on the Tiber

    Kathleen TaylorMary McDermottChicago, Illinois, United States Isola Tiberina is a fascinating yet frequently overlooked island in the heart of the Eternal City. It includes ancient Roman ruins, a historic church, and a large major hospital. Viewed from above, Isola Tiberina has the shape of a ship with two bridges serving as oars connecting to the…