The patient in letter: medical narratives from the resident's perspective, thru the literature creation.

Abstract

Abstract: This study addressed the critical need to humanize resident physician training, which often focuses on technology and data over the human experience of illness. The objective was to analyze the impact of Creative Writing as a reflective tool for resident physicians to unveil and understand their perspectives on their practice and the human component of disease. The central justification was to provide a resource to equip the physician with the skill to interpret and act upon the stories of the patient and of themselves. Furthermore, it aimed to develop empathy, foster ethical and emotional reflection, and enhance effective communication between the physician and the patient, caregiver, and self. Methodologically, this was a qualitative study with a descriptive and action-research approach, involving 7 resident physicians (RAMH 2025). The methodology focused on conducting CW workshops and the production of personal narratives. The results confirmed a palpable need for a formal space for reflection or emotional support in medical training. Quantitatively, the relevance of the topic was 100%. Additionally, 85% of the participants were "Agree" or "Strongly Agree" that writing is an effective therapeutic tool for stress management and that it deepened their understanding of the doctor-patient relationship. Conclusion: The relevance of the CW Workshop is validated as an essential strategy and a direct response to a felt need, confirming its usefulness as an epistemological and pedagogical tool for the comprehensive training of the physician.