Where Arts Meets Medicine

Kenny is a chaplain fellow at Stanford Health Care who explores the intersection of spirituality, healing, and care. Through his work with The Sacred Pause, Kenny creates spaces of reflection, mindfulness, and restoration for healthcare providers, helping them reconnect with their own well-being while caring for others. Support the Creative & Healing Arts Program Your gift helps bring innovati...

On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Sarah, who shares how crocheting helped her navigate personal trauma and became a source of healing and resilience. Now, she brings that same sense of comfort and connection to her work at Stanford Health Care. This inspiring conversation reminds us that creativity can be a powerful tool for healing, grounding, and finding hope in difficult times. Support th...

On today’s episode, we’re joined by Iris , a talented Stanford University intern whose curiosity and creativity brought a thoughtful perspective to our Creative & Healing Arts team. Iris reflects on her experiences working alongside patients and staff, what she’s learned about the human side of health care, and how art can create moments of connection, expression, and healing within clinical s...

What happens when sound becomes care? In our Season 3 premiere, Sheila shares how sound baths can create space for rest, reflection, and healing—offering comfort through vibration, presence, and intentional listening. Support the Creative & Healing Arts Program Your gift helps bring innovative, therapeutic tools—like VR and live music—directly to the bedside and visitors at the hospital. Donat...

In this episode, we sit down with Grace Soontornviwath , a recent Stanford University graduate who was a bioengineering major at the time of this recording and an intern with our Creative & Healing Arts program. From engineering problem-solving to human-centered healing, this conversation explores what the next generation of healthcare leaders can bring to the intersection of creativity and ca...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Poullos , radiologist at Stanford Medicine and Founder and Co-Chair of the Stanford Medicine Alliance for Disability Inclusion and Equity (SMADIE) . Dr. Peter Poullos shares his unique medical journey—from internal medicine and gastroenterology to radiology following a spinal cord injury—and how lived experience shaped his commitment to disability advoca...

Join us for a conversation with Mariechristine Lopez , a classically trained violinist and music facilitator with Creative & Healing Arts at Stanford Health Care. She shares her music philosophy, her path into healthcare, and how live music becomes a powerful tool for comfort and connection. Support the Creative & Healing Arts Program Your gift helps bring innovative, therapeutic tools—lik...

In this Season 2 premiere of Where Arts Meets Medicine , we’re joined by Dr. Diana Farid, a physician, storyteller, and artist at Stanford School of Medicine. Dr. Farid shares how creativity and storytelling can expand the way we think about healing in healthcare, moving beyond traditional clinical models to include emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. Learn more about Dr. Farid here . Supp...

In this dialogue between your two hosts, Sophina McDaniel and Kyra SyCip , we explore the personal and professional path that led Sophina to Stanford Health Care’s Creative & Healing Arts Program. She shares the lived experiences that shaped her relationship with art, an inside look behind our new initiative Arts Co-Scribing , and integrating creativity into patient care. Support the Creative...

In this episode, Silvia, one of our Bedside Art Facilitators, shares her journey as an artist, what inspired her to work in healing arts, and how her cultural background shapes the experiences she creates for patients. She reflects on the power of color, sensory engagement, and creative choice-making — and the small but meaningful moments she witnesses every day. A thoughtful conversation on cultu...

Steven, our ambient music facilitator and pianist, brings warmth and peace to both Stanford hospitals through his music. In this episode, he shares his story—how his love for piano became a way to connect with patients, staff, and moments of healing that go far beyond sound. Learn more about our Music Program at Stanford Health Care here . Support the Creative & Healing Arts Program Your gift...

Step into the world of virtual healing with Michelle, Stanford Health Care’s Virtual Reality Facilitator. In this episode, Michelle shares how immersive VR experiences are helping patients reduce anxiety, manage pain, and find moments of calm during their care. Discover how technology and compassion come together to transform the healing experience—one headset at a time. Learn more about Virtual R...

On this episode of Where Arts Meets Medicine , discover the transformative power of sound in medicine. In this episode, Sha takes us inside the world of sound baths, exploring how carefully crafted vibrations can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support healing. From the science behind sound-based healing to the personal experiences of participants, learn how art and medicine intersect in un...

Welcome to Where Arts Meets Medicine ! In this short trailer, get a glimpse of how creativity and healing come together at Stanford Health Care. From sound baths and piano performances to immersive VR experiences, this podcast explores the innovative ways art supports well-being and transforms patient care. Subscribe now to join us on this journey at the intersection of art and medicine. Connect w...