Recent shifts in medical education emphasize not only clinical competence but also the cultivation of empathy, ethical judgment, and reflective practice among healthcare professionals. Central to this transformation is medical storytelling, a pedagogical approach that leverages narratives—spoken or written—from patients, families, clinicians, and communities to enrich learning experiences. By engaging learners emotionally and intellectually, storytelling fosters a deeper understanding of the human dimensions of illness, healing, and recovery. Unlike traditional didactic methods, narrative-based education encourages reflection, enhances communication skills, and promotes patient-centered care, bridging the gap between biomedical knowledge and lived experiences. This paper explores the role of storytelling in medical education, highlighting its potential to cultivate empathy, improve learner engagement, and ultimately contribute to more holistic healthcare delivery.
Zainab Amina Bello (Mon,) studied this question.