
Sweet Success: An Interview with Larry Kramer
Physician Larry Kramer joined our Creative Lead, Damian Tarnopolsky, to discuss writing, medicine, and the connections between the two.
Physician Larry Kramer joined our Creative Lead, Damian Tarnopolsky, to discuss writing, medicine, and the connections between the two.
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Dive into the principles and practices of Narrative-Based Medicine in this unique certificate program. Join learners from across Canada and around the world.
Four-Part Online Series Starts Oct. 23, 2025
Together, we’ll explore narrative approaches and resources for well-being through discussion, text reading, and reflective writing.
Two-Part Online Workshop: Nov. 5 & 12, 2025
The first step in better understanding stories of illness is to listen — and deep listening is an invaluable skill that can be developed with practice.
Browse our workshops, multi-session series, and activities taking place throughout the year. Part of the Advanced Certificate, our stand-alone offerings can also be completed on their own.
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Karen Gold, curriculum lead at the NBM Lab, examines the hospital as a narrative space shaped by their physical design. Read More
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July 21, 2025
Monica Kidd discusses the origins of her new novel “The Crane” and her work with CMAJ Encounters in this wide-ranging conversation
July 8, 2025
Jeff Thompson shares how narrative medicine can help us build resilience and remain calm in moments of crisis.
June 11, 2025
Jordan Goodridge joins Sarah Kim to discuss how storytelling and the health humanities can foster empathy and more inclusive care.
May 30, 2025
Sarah Kim (Temerty Medicine Health Humanities Theme Lead) shares insights from her professional journey in this conversation with our program leads.
May 30, 2025
An original poem read by Sarah Kim.
May 30, 2025
Muiris Houston reads a creative piece that began from a visual writing prompt facilitated by Damian Tarnopolsky in a section of the Foundational Certificate in Narrative-Based Medicine.
May 30, 2025
Allan Peterkin discusses the 25th anniversary edition of this essential manual for medical trainees.
May 30, 2025
David Zitner presents a bold vision for the future of healthcare.