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The Arts in Medicine program at Riverside Methodist Hospital Cancer Services brings the arts to the bedside. Arts in Medicine helps to transform the hospital experience for patients, visitors, caregivers and staff.
Research studies have proven the arts lower stress levels, decrease anxiety and instill hope.
Our Arts in Medicine programs are designed to be enjoyable, educational and meaningful, and focus on self-expression, empowerment and the development of coping skills.
Arts in Medicine programs are available to all cancer inpatients and their families who are on the medical oncology floor 7 Yellow at Riverside Methodist Hospital.
- Ask your nurse if you would like an artist to visit with you.
- If you see the artists on the floor, feel free to ask them to come to your room.
- To schedule a time with an artist, call CancerCall at (614) 566-4321.
Artist-In-Residence
The Artist-In-Residents are community artists who enhance the patients experience through a variety of creative outlets. Programs include music, literary arts and visual arts.
Music
John Morgan is an acoustic guitarist who plays music at the bedside, in the hallways and in small group settings throughout Riverside Methodist Hospital. His music has the ability to transcend time and space, allowing everyone to relax. His performance schedule is Mondays and Wednesdays 2 to 4pm.
Literary Arts
Ariane Bolduc is a literary artist and holds a B.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Southern California and an M.F.A. from Ohio State University. She has a distinct ability to write intricate poems from stories of life. Her writing schedule at Riverside Methodist Hospital is Tuesdays 6 to 8pm.
Visual Art
Ayn Yezzi is a visual artist who helps patients create art that focuses on self-expression and having fun. She helps create works of art Saturdays 2 to 4pm.
Art Therapy
Riverside Methodist Hospital also offers art therapy.
An Art Therapist is a mental health professional who uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of individuals of all ages. It is based on the belief that the creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps people to:
- resolve conflicts and problems
- develop interpersonal skills
- manage behavior
- reduce stress
- increase self-esteem and self-awareness
- achieve insight
Jennifer Quinn, MAET, ATR is the registered art therapist at Riverside Methodist Hospital Cancer Services. She is available for therapy sessions Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm.
Supporting the Arts in Medicine program
The Arts in Medicine Program relies on the generous financial support of individuals, families, corporations and foundations as well as the time donated by our volunteers to maintain and expand our services to cancer patients and their families. To learn more about how you can support the Arts in Medicine Program, please visit the OhioHealth Foundation or call (614) 544-4483.
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