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26.08.2022 | Philosophical Exploration

The Ignatian Examen in Medical Practice: A Model for Clinicians

verfasst von: Joseph R. Fuchs, Jeffrey W. Fuchs, Marcus Mescher

Erschienen in: Journal of Religion and Health | Ausgabe 4/2023

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Abstract

St. Ignatius of Loyola created The Examination of Conscience (The Examen) as a daily practice for spiritual and moral formation by cultivating awareness, gratitude, and generosity. For five hundred years, people of various cultures and creeds have learned The Examen from the Jesuits and adapted it for personal reflection and spiritual growth. The practice of medicine requires dedicated time to reflect on personal and professional development, to improve oneself and advance patient care and health equity. Here we present a model for use of The Examen in medical practice.
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Metadaten
Titel
The Ignatian Examen in Medical Practice: A Model for Clinicians
verfasst von
Joseph R. Fuchs
Jeffrey W. Fuchs
Marcus Mescher
Publikationsdatum
26.08.2022
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Journal of Religion and Health / Ausgabe 4/2023
Print ISSN: 0022-4197
Elektronische ISSN: 1573-6571
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10943-022-01636-z