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We envision an innovative model of global health care that recognizes spiritual health as a fundamental part of treating the whole person: body, mind, and spirit.

As such, patients develop an inner strength that promotes healing, and providers discover a deeper sense of purpose in their work.

Integrating Spirituality into Health Care

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New GWish Initiative

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By understanding what gives a patient meaning, purpose, and hope, providers can play a critical role in relieving suffering for the people and families in their care.

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Explore Some of Our Offerings:

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Spiritual Care Training for Clinicians

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Spiritual Assessment Tool

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Global Pandemic: Resources for Coping

 

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VIDEO: PBS Interview with Dr. Puchalski

VIDEO: Correspondent David Tereshchuk talks with Dr. Christina Puchalski, Founder and Executive Director of GWish about the improved outcomes when clinicians become a ‘listening presence’ for their patients. Watch to find out how GWish envisions a health care system that can offer healing and acceptance in a deeper, more meaningful way. View on PBS.

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Health Care Provider Retreat: Art of Presence Learn More

 

Latest News & Stories

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GW Institute for Spirituality and Health Receives $500K Gift from Kanarek Family Foundation

The GW Institute for Spirituality and Health, housed within the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences, has received a $500,000 gift from the Kanarek Family Foundation to support its Interprofessional Spiritual Care Education Curriculum.

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Recording: A Conversation with Christina M. Puchalski, MD - Director, GWU Institute for Spirituality and Health
January 15, 2021 Announcement, Featured News

Villages of Kensington brings you a discussion with Christina Puchalski, MD, MS, FACP, FAAHPM. Dr. Puchalski is a pioneer and international leader in the movement to integrate spirituality into healthcare in both clinical settings and medical education.

GWish’s Founder and Executive Director, Christina Puchalski, MD is prominently featured in the following story by CNN
December 14, 2020 Featured News

(CNN) - To gather or not to gather has been the question at the forefront of the minds of today's religious leaders and their church members.

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Join the growing community of friends of GWISH who support our mission to integrate spirituality into health care systems worldwide.

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Contact the GW Institute for Spirituality and Health (GWish)

2600 Virginia Avenue, NW Suite 300
Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone: 202-994-6220
Email: gwish@gwu.edu

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