The Principles and Practice of Narrative Medicine books
Transform personal stories into better experiences and outcomes for both patients and caregivers.
On-Campus
Online
Program Length

Full-Time

On-Campus
Yes
Online
n/a
Program Length
3 Terms

Part-Time

On-Campus
Yes
Online
n/a
Program Length
6 Terms
Start Term
Fall
Credits
38 points
Residency Requirement
None
  • Summer term study is optional.
  • Online course options are available for on-campus students.
On-Campus
Online
Program Length

Part-Time

On-Campus
No
Online
Asynchronous
Program Length
3 Terms
Start Term
Fall / Spring / Summer
Credits
15 points
Residency Requirement
None
  • Summer term study is optional.
  • Students are required to participate in a non-credit Narrative Medicine workshop during the program.

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Learn about the program's acclaimed faculty, including clinicians and non-clinicians, primary thought leaders and practitioners in the field, and experts in disciplines from creative writing to anthropology.

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The multidisciplinary curriculum allows students to learn from collaborating closely with both faculty and peers.

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Attend events such as info sessions, guest lectures, and Narrative Medicine Rounds, the popular series that runs the first Wednesday of the month during the academic year.

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Read the stories of Columbia’s narrative medicine community.

Upcoming Events

Jan 26

Columbia University's Narrative Medicine Program Virtual Information Session

Feb 23

Columbia University's Narrative Medicine Program Virtual Information Session

Feb 24

Columbia SPS CUNY Fellowship Information Session

Featured Faculty, Students & Alumni

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Telling Justice’s Story to Humanize Health Care

A Narrative Medicine Alum’s Story of Survival and Helping Others Through Storytelling

Finding Universality Through Narrative Medicine

A Journalist's Perspective on Narrative Medicine: Combatting Physician Burnout and Systemic Challenges

How One Narrative Medicine Student Is Fostering Community through Empathy

Bridging Science and Storytelling: A Narrative Medicine Alum’s Mission to Humanize Health Care

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