A SPIRITUAL AGENDA FOR DOCTORS?

Authors

  • Eleanor Williams University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1558/hscc.v11i1.2

Keywords:

Spiritual Care, holistic care, Multidisciplinary Working, Spirituality

Abstract

In this article the author addresses the ambivalence felt by doctors in the delivery of spiritual care. A number of issues are addressed including the place of spirituality within healthcare and holistic care, the role of the doctor in the delivery of spiritual care and the need for greater cooperation between disciplines in this area of healthcare. This is the first of two articles examining the relationship between doctors, spiritual care and healthcare chaplaincy.

Author Biography

  • Eleanor Williams, University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine

    The Revd Dr Eleanor Williams is a part-time GP in Cambridge, and was recently appointed Specialist in Clinical Communication, teaching communication skills in University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine. In 2007 she was ordained as a minister in the Church of England, serving a curacy in Ely diocese as a Minister in Secular Employment.

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Published

2013-04-06

How to Cite

Williams, E. (2013). A SPIRITUAL AGENDA FOR DOCTORS?. Health and Social Care Chaplaincy, 11(1), 2-8. https://doi.org/10.1558/hscc.v11i1.2