Learning the Art of Medicine: Meeting the True Needs of Patients

Abstract

Being a physician requires a deep sense of empathy and compassion for others. However, with the academic stress that comes with medical school, the art of caring for people can sometimes be forgotten. The Student-Faculty Collaborative Practice at the University of Texas (UT) Health San Antonio plays a crucial role in the journey of many aspiring physicians, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, and physical therapists, giving students the unique opportunity of interacting with patients firsthand and giving them a glimpse of what the medical profession truly entails. This Brief Communication provides a narrative of this collection of clinics' impact on meeting the needs of a diverse patient population across the city of San Antonio.