The Narrative-Based Medicine Lab is where health professionals, patient advocates, writers, artists, and scholars come together to explore how stories shape healthcare experiences and encounters.
NBM Talks Podcast Shares Inspiring Conversations
This year has brought new ways to engage with our community. The NBM Talks podcast reached a milestone its 50th episode in the spring with a live roundtable conversation that reflected on the lab’s journey and the expanding role of narrative approaches in health professions education.
Case Repertory Re-imagines the Medical Case Report Genre
An initiative led by Dr. Conor Mc Donnell, the second issue of Case Repertory launched earlier this summer, featuring original creative work from lab members that centre the role of narrative in understanding patient and clinician perspectives.
Fall 2026 Season of Educational Offerings
In addition to the Foundational Certificate, community members can refine their skills and deepen their practice with an offering this fall:
Nourishing Narratives: Creative Strategies for Well-being
Starts Online October 8, 2026
Through a rich spread of stories and practical strategies, explore how narrative can serve as a vehicle for self-care and the care of others in this series led by narrative-based medicine practitioner, educator, and award-winning poet, Alisha Savatti. Learn more and register.
NEW Poetry in Practice: Reflection, Communication, and Creative Expression
Starts Online November 12, 2026
Sharpen your observation and attention with narrative skills, while appreciating the human dimensions of care through a range of works in this workshop led by anesthesiologist and award-winning poet, Dr. Lori-Anne Noyahr. Learn more and register.
Explore narrativebasedmedicine.ca for more great content including alumni profiles, new podcast episodes, and updates from our community.
