September Inspiration Injection
Welcome back to all the 2nd years that had too long of a summer and a big welcome to our new Class of 2020. I think it’s important to start the school year off remembering that medicine is about the people and not the science. A perfect example of this comes from my classmate’s favourite […]
April Inspiration Injection
April is a very busy month for most. Mother nature is busy blooming everywhere, exams are coming up, lots of birthdays and celebration, as well as a week of damage control for those who went too far on their April Fools jokes. It’s times like these when I like to pass on some advise I […]
March Inspiration Injection
As a new administrator for this wonderful site I am excited to provide the Art Inspiration Injection for March. As many have heard, a huge congratulations must go out to the 4th year class for matching to CaRMS this week. Medicine is forever a journey with endless checkpoints and this is certainly one of the […]
Invited Inspirator: Dr. Andrew Seal
I am honored and delighted to be contributing to Arts in Medicine this month with a personal perspective on how the arts have always been a vital part of my life from my student days and throughout my surgical career. My love for the arts began at a very young age, whether it was painting, […]
Invited Inspirator: Dr. Carol Ann Courneya
I am honoured to provide you with an Art Inspiration Injection for October. I just returned from attending the “Summer Course in Medical Humanities” in Padua Italy. First point to share… you are NEVER too old to be a student. Our mornings were spent in lectures given by Art/History/Medical Scholars and during the afternoons we […]
September Inspiration Injection
First of all, a big welcome to the Class of 2019! It seems only moments ago I was where you are now, excited to finally start learning medicine, but finding I’m being overwhelmed by forms and paper work and club promotions etc. etc. Well joy! Another club promotion to add to the list! But fear not, this […]
May Inspiration Injection
Congratulations to the medical student artists from around the country showcasing their work at this year’s White Coat Warm Art exhibit at the CCME. The room resonated with creativity, reflection, and personal stories told through art. A theme throughout was how art can act as an outlet out of medicine, but also as a means […]
April inspiration injection: Journeys past and future
This month marks the renewal of the Art as Adjuvant student initiative, as well as the launch of our new Arts in Medicine website. More importantly however, April brings a sigh of relief, promise of new beginnings, and a well deserved congratulations to our 4th year friends post Match Day! To say it is an emotional time I’m […]
May’s Inspiration Injection
Happy May UBC medicine colleagues! And what a month to celebrate, create and reflect! Amongst renal physiology, growth and development and exams, there is sunshine. And after internal, surgery, ophthalmology, don’t worry friend, graduation looms. This is that last AAA Inspiration Injection I’ll personally be sending, and I’m dedicating it to my wonderful 4th year […]
April’s Inspiration Injection
Springtime – what a great time of year to get creative! Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below. 1. Blossoms and Spring are a natural inspirer of creativity – Spring haiku anyone? 2. Why not grab some friends, grab some paint and get outside for some art-inspired quality time 3. Choose your own source of […]
March’s Inspiration Injection
March! It’s March! How did thee come so fast? Now that buds are just beginning to burst, why not bust out a little pen, paintbrush, keyboard, or even crayon action?! Here’s month’s Inspiration Injection below… Also, don’t forget about the Writing Competition – poetry and prose contributions are due in March! Prizes include a $150 […]
February’s Inspiration Injection
Is it just me, or is 2014 flying? Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below. 1. Did January inspire you to become more creative, but haven’t got to it yet? Well, welcome to February! 2. What’s going on in your life that’s exciting? I can certainly think of one us 4th years are thinking about: CaRMS! 3. […]
Happy New Year
If you’d like to be more creative in 2014, well here’s your chance. Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below. 1. New year, new starts, opportunities, challenges, oh boy! What are your plans for the new year. 2. Is it just me or did 2013 fly by. Reflect on the experience creatively! 3. Choose your […]
December’s Inspiration Injection
December 1st already! And what a great time of year to get creative! Here is December’s Inspiration Injection to boost your reflection. 1. December is a great time to get cozy and find warmth to inspire creative expression. 2. What is important to you at this time of year, the last month of 2013? 3. […]
November’s Inspiration Injection
Add a shot of art to complement your annual flu shot! This month’s Inspiration Injection is below. 1. The year has been flying – It’s November already! What’s come up in a hospital or class or life that still speaks to you? 2. November’s kinda a hibernation month – why not take the opportunity to […]
October’s Inspiration Injection
Autumn hellos. It’s yet another lovely month to curl up with some tea, pull out a paintbrush or pen, and join and participate in the AAA project! Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below: 1. More than a month has flown by since the start of school, what thoughts/feelings/experiences have come up? 2. How does […]
September’s Inspiration Injection
September already?! Welcome Art As Adjuvant project. Whether you draw, paint, poem, or finger paint, welcome! Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below: 1. Beginnings are a great trip to reflect using arts, whether starting first year, clerkship, thinking ahead for residency, there’s lots going on! 2. Reflections on the summer break. 3. Choose your […]
July’s Inspiration Injection
Happy Canada Day and sunny summer! It’s another lovely month to join and participate in the AAA project. Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below: 1. It’s summer! How does the sun and warmth enhance your creative expression? 2. Whether it’s the beginning of a new adventure (summer break? residency? research? travel? down time?) or […]
June’s Inspiration Injection
Happy June! Let the somewhat sunny(ier) weather put a jump in your step and please welcomed to join and participate in the AAA project. Please find this month’s Inspiration Injection below: 1. June is the step into summer – a great time for creativity and fun! 2. There’s been lots of interest in the AAA […]
May’s Inspiration Injection
Cheery blossom-filled greetings, Here is May’s Art As Adjuvant Injection Inspiration. Please feel welcomed to join and participate in the AAA project this month. 1. It’s officially and refreshingly spring – what inspiration does this bring? 2. It’s an important time with graduation for our 4th year colleagues, any reflections over the previous years? 3. […]