This book contains poems and stories, written by Listener Poets from The Good Listening Project, for members of the KNN Learner Network. The Kern National Network for Flourishing in Medicine (KNN) is a national movement focused on integrating four foundational elements within the profession of medicine: character, caring, practical wisdom and flourishing. They advance this work by connecting and convening stakeholders across the health ecosystem, catalyzing transformative initiatives, and influencing policy and systems change.
Ranging from medical students to residents and fellows, the KNN Learner Network is composed of creators, innovators and change agents working to advance flourishing at the local level by integrating concepts from the KNN Framework for Flourishing. To learn more, please visit knncaringcharactermedicine.org.
For Attendees of the 2024 KNN Conference:
If you'd like to receive a copy of The Good Listening Project (TGLP) KNN Learner Network Poetry Anthology, which includes poems shared during Wednesday and Thursday’s opening sessions along with additional pieces, please fill out the form below. The KNN Program Office will send you a complimentary copy to your preferred mailing address.
She wanted to help people feel comfortable and transform the shame around colon issues. "I want to talk about things that matter, the things people don't want to discuss. I want to help them feel okay talking about it."
When we met, she was coming off a stretch of nine 14-hour shifts. She was tired but in good spirits.