Tulane Doctors ~ Goals

 

Arts in Medicine

Improve quality of patient care through integrated arts programming

  • Reduction of stress, loneliness, anxiety and perception of pain
  • Extended interaction with a caring and supportive individual
  • Create a sense of control
  • Restore a sense of individuality
  • Create a safe outlet for emotion and provide a means of augmenting coping skills

Foster positive environment and sense of community for patients and staff

  • An enhanced perception of the hospital as a nurturing and healing atmosphere
  • Strengthen communication between patient and staff members

Beautify the space

  • Color and warmth upon the walls translates into happiness and cheer within patients and staff