Arts in Medicine
The Arts in Medicine department at NYC Health + Hospitals is part of a larger systemwide strategy to support workforce wellness. The department fosters the emotional well-being and promotes healing for patients, families, and caregivers. This is accomplished through activities and programs that utilize the visual, literary and performing arts throughout the Health + Hospitals system.
I am particularly proud of the courage, competence, and resilience of the staff at NYC Health + Hospitals. Under the best circumstances healthcare work is demanding and stressful, so finding ways to heal ourselves as we heal others is vital. Our Arts in Medicine program serves as a model for hospitals across the country. The community murals bring joy and beauty into our facilities and serve as a reminder that we are stronger when we come together across all sectors of the system.Dr. Mitchell Katz
President and CEO
NYC Health + Hospitals
Research has demonstrated that engaging in art activities even for a short time each day makes you;
- Happier
- More joyful
- Less lonely
- Positively impacts your mental health
- Positively impacts your physical health
Arts in Medicine stewards, curates’ evidence-based design in our hospital spaces, exhibits and creates greater access for the health system’s visual art collection. In addition, the department develops evidence-based programs and art interventions for our health care facilities and clinics. This is achieved by combining artistic innovation and education into high-quality health care that supports the healing benefits of the arts.
We believe that the arts and art programming are an essential component of the continuum of care to support healthy, vibrant communities.