Integrating Narrative Medicine and Evidence-based Medicine - the everyday social practice of healing
James Meza1, Daniel Passerman2
- 1Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Science, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Course Director, Translational Medicine and Evidence-based Practice, USA.
- 2Osteopathic Family Medicine Residency Program, Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital; Clinical Assistant Professor, A.T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, USA.
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ABSTRACT
Scientific, evidence-based medicine is increasingly seen as fundamental to providing effective healthcare, but narrative-based medicine sheds light on social and interpersonal aspects of the practitioner-patient interaction which can also greatly affect healthcare outcomes. The philosophies underlying these two approaches seem to contrast, yet those who can integrate both into their practice are among the most successful medical professionals. Integrating Narrative Medicine and Evidence-based Medicine provides answers to the key question of how medical practitioners can best put both approaches into practice. It anticipates a future where evidence-based practice will be expected of all medical professionals, but contends that the integration of a narrative-based approach will also be crucial, presenting a unique perspective on structuring the patient-professional encounter for optimum results. It develops a cultural analysis and socio-cultural theory of the science of healing, and describes an efficient method by which medical practitioners can find and use medical research at the point of care with current technology and skills. This addresses the need for translational science, moving research into practice, identified by the National Institutes of Health.
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Meza, J., & Passerman, D. (). Integrating Narrative Medicine and Evidence-based Medicine - the everyday social practice of healing. Pharmacy Practice, 11(2).