Doctor of Medical and Health Humanities in Madison United States | Drew University

Drew University's low-residency Medical & Health Humanities program aims to bring compassion into medicine through ethical practices and institutions. Established nearly 30 years ago, our pioneering certificate, master's, and doctoral programs remain at the forefront, serving diverse healthcare environments locally and globally. These programs address the increasing demand for specialized education in health humanities, ethical care, health policy, mindful caregiving, and narrative medicine. With its interdisciplinary approach, the program examines how humans exist within intricate ethical, environmental, and social systems that shape health outcomes.

By blending scholarly research with practical application, the curriculum equips graduates for roles across healthcare, community services, and related fields. Alumni pursue careers as clinical ethicists, policy advisors, healthcare administrators, researchers, or educators—leading efforts to improve wellbeing in medical, educational, and social service settings.