Resources

Arts in health information and resources are becoming more abundant as this field is growing and becoming more recognized nationally.  We’ve collected some current resources and research to share. Explore International, national and local reports on the role of the arts in healthcare along with some arts-based resources.  We will continue to add to this growing list of information as we embark on research projects in VAH@BWH.

Bridging Visual Arts & Healthcare Education: Impact, Innovation & Research Symposium

The VAH@BWH will host an international symposium in Boston on September 23-25, 2026 : Bridging Visual Arts & Healthcare: Impact, Innovation, Research. This symposium aims to build community between the visual arts and healthcare professions, educators, and artists.  Through an exchange of methodologies and emerging research, participants will share unique curriculum and learn about the emerging evidence to improve healthcare professionals’ skills and effectiveness as well as positively impact patient outcomes

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