Dr. Mariah Stump exemplifies the essence of humanism in medicine through her compassionate care and dedication to teaching. A practicing primary care physician and educator at the Warren Alpert Medical School, Dr. Stump also supervises residents at Miriam Hospital’s Fain Primary Care Clinic. She is a national leader in narrative medicine, using it as a tool to foster empathy and understanding in healthcare. Dr. Stump co-taught a prominent workshop on narrative medicine at the American College of Physicians’ Annual Meeting and leads a monthly national seminar on the subject.
Her contributions to medical education include directing a Humanism in Medicine elective for Brown medical students and integrating practices from her fellowship in integrative medicine. Dr. Stump’s unwavering commitment to blending integrative medicine, acupuncture, and general medicine demonstrates her dedication to holistic, patient-centered care. For her outstanding contributions, Dr. Stump is a deserving recipient of the Humanism in Medicine Award.