About
We are a team of researchers with a passion for Medical Humanities situated at the Faculty of Philological and Cultural Studies, University of Vienna. We are curious about the way societies think and talk about health and illness, the ethical and social impacts of such narratives and images, and the medical/cultural practices that shape our ideas about these topics. As humanities scholars, we also care deeply about the potential of creative work and the arts to help patients, doctors and caregivers.
If you are interested in our current events such as workshops and conferences, as well as our Medical Humanities projects, please get in touch via the contact form. We look forward to potential collaborations!
News
- “Life with Long Covid” – guest lecture followed by a discussion
Monika Pietrzak-Franger holds a guest lecture on the topic of “Life with Long Covid”, followed by a discussion, at the Université de Fribourg, Switzerland, on 25 Oct 2024, 5-7 pm - Monika Pietrzak-Franger on Long Covid and Medical Gaslighting
In a guest article for research magazine “Rudolphina” (University of Vienna), “Long Covid and ME/CFS: When the Doctor Does Not Believe You”, Monika Pietrzak-Franger explains why patients suffering from Long COVID and other chronic illnesses often face multiple forms of stigma.