Compassionatomy
In 2021, the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, Compassion Institute, and Chief of the Division of Anatomy at the UC San Diego School of Medicine collaborated to develop and launch a project that brought more humanity to the anatomy experience. The result: Compassionatomy, a new approach to anatomy training that combines the scientific learning from a body donor, including surgical, patient-centered approaches, with the learning, cultivation and practice of compassion for self and others.
COMPASSIONATOMY OVERVIEW
DOWNLOAD FREE INFOGRAPHIC
Download our free Compassionatomy infographic for a high-level overview of the course, its results to date, and how you can bring this unique, foundational anatomy course to your institution.
READ OUR WHITEPAPER
Read our free whitepaper for a deep dive on how Compassionatomy was created, our research-driven evaluation of the program thus far, and how we're using our learnings to inspire the next generation of medical professionals.
Want to bring Compassionatomy to your institution?
We recognize that while there are many commonalities in anatomy courses around the country, each one will also be unique. If you are interested in transitioning your anatomy course to Compassionatomy by incorporating more humanistic and compassionate practices, we can collaborate with you to co-develop the course offering at your institute. Start by contacting Jenna Tutjer, Director of Medical Education Integration at the Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, at jtutjer@health.ucsd.edu.
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