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Charlotte
Review on Anamnesis - "This is a tour de force of an anthology crafted by the wonderfully thoughtful student-Dr. Ganz of Italy. While there is no "wrong" time to revisit the role of humanity in medicine, he argues there is none better than now. The more technology we have developed to enrich ourselves, the sicker and the more hopeless we seem to feel. As a millennial with fond memories of being the first generation to grow up "with the Internet," here in the United States, I was aghast at how m
Kaelan Yao
I’m thrilled to share that my book has been reviewed by my dear friend Kaelan Yao “In ANAMESIS Michele has captured what it means to be human in medicine. His passion and his conviction are evident in the stories he tells and his work truly explores the emotional triumphs and burdens of practicing modern medicine today.“

Dr. Lisa Sanders, MD

Director, Writers Workshop; Medical Director of the Yale New Haven Health Systems Long COVID Consultation Clinic, General Internal Medicine Writer of Diagnosis: Solving the Most Baffling Medical Mysteries and Every Patient tell a Story: Medical Mysteries and the Art of Diagnosis "Active listening isn’t just a technique; it’s a diagnostic tool, and it’s a reminder to myself that the patient’s experience matters. I still start every consultation with, ‘How can I help?’ then I just listen. Reall

Prof. Dr. Frank Rühli, MD

Director of Institute of Evolutionary Medicine and Dean of the Medical Faculty at the University of Zurich    “Medicine, by its very nature, cannot be generalized or divorced from the diverse backgrounds of both patients and physicians. These elements shape a doctor’s values, learning process, and professional development. For Example, during my time in Singapore, I observed how medicine is structured within a society shaped by Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Taoism, and Hinduism.  Today, men
Prof. Antonio Giordano - Book review
"Come medico, ho sempre ritenuto che la vera eccellenza in medicina derivi non solo dalla padronanza della tecnica, ma dalla capacità di instaurare un rapporto autentico e umano con il paziente. La mia esperienza, fatta di successi e di momenti di grande sfida, mi ha insegnato quanto sia fondamentale ascoltare, comprendere e accogliere chi si affida a noi in momenti di vulnerabilità. Leggendo Anamnesis di Michele Ganz, ho ritrovato una visione che va oltre il protocollo e l’efficienza tecnica:
Jordan Tralins
Jordan Tralins, a medical student at Harvard Medical School, shared her experience with technology in medical practice today. “When it comes to technology, especially AI, I’m optimistic. I see AI as a tool to enhance—not hinder—the patient-physician relationship. Imagine if AI could take on the more tedious aspects of our work: paperwork, data sorting, and record-keeping. That would free up time for us to be fully present with our patients, and to focus on the connection and care that matter mo

A Boy Living in Kenya

“The nights grow particularly dark here in Kawangware. In this part of the city, the absence of electric lighting is an everyday reality. It was late when I was heading home, and suddenly, something unexpected happened. My memories of those moments are blurry; I was covered in mud and only vaguely aware of what was happening around me. I touched my head and noticed the color red, which I thought wasn’t mine. My friend, worried, ran home to inform my mother about the incident. The last thing I r

Love and Compassion

"To everyone who is facing hardships, feeling pain, or searching for hope for a brighter tomorrow, please know that you are not alone. In these vulnerable moments, whether you find yourself in a quiet hospital yard or longing for better health far from home, I send you my heartfelt wishes for recovery and strength. May you find the peace you deserve, and may faith guide you through this challenging time. Take the time you need to rest, and believe in the possibility of brighter days ahead. You a

A Boy Living in Switzerland

“An individual from a developing region has encountered significant challenges due to painful perforations in the bones of their lower limbs. These injuries were caused by external factors and voluntary actions that resemble the effects of a drilling tool. It is heartbreaking to witness such suffering, and it is essential to provide compassionate and comprehensive care to facilitate their healing and recovery. However, restoring their sense of dignity and self-identity is even more challenging.
Robin
"This doesn’t mean that after battling depression, everything else feels so much happier by comparison. There are days when I feel very sad or very anxious. But I no longer have days, weeks, or months when I don’t care about my life at all. The opposite of happiness isn’t sadness—it’s indifference. The opposite of a life with depression is a life with all its ups and downs, with pain and love, with smiles and tears, with adventures and days spent in bed, with moments of illness and moments of ex
Michele
By exploring our inner selves, we discover our purpose. This ability is inherent to each of us, woven into the very fabric of humanity. We must embrace this quest for purpose by looking inward, seeking an attitude rather than an external destination—a place to go, a meal to eat, or a workout to complete. Everything we need is within us, not outside. As Plato said, true consciousness and knowledge are found within our souls. Happy Thanksgiving!