CALL FOR STORIES: Trust in Medicine

Trust in Medicine Call for Stories

We’re inviting stories that illuminate the realities of trust and mistrust in medicine, wherever they’ve shown up in your life or practice.
What we’re looking for:
We are looking for voices that emanate from both the patient role and the clinician role, recognizing that some people inhabit both roles simultaneously.

Tell us a story or a moment when:
1. Trust was broken. What happened, and how it changed you.
2. Trust was built or earned. What allowed that trust to grow.
3. Mistrust or skepticism helped. When doubt or questioning led to clarity, safety, or better care.
4. Mistrust or skepticism harmed. When it caused confusion, fear, or loss.
5. Trust shifted, or allegiances changed over time, or got more complex
Thank you for your interest in submitting a story or idea for The Nocturnists Trust in Medicine series. Please note that we are in the early stages of this project and will be in development for many months. We will reach out if your story works for our project, and we appreciate your patience.
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in 2-3 sentences, tell us about yourself*
You can mention your work, training, or life experiences that will help us understand the lens you bring to your story.
In 1-2 paragraphs, share your story about trust (or mistrust) in medicine. *
Optional: provide a voice memo of no more than 5 minutes to share your story about trust (or mistrust) in medicine

This doesn’t have to be perfect! We may love the clip as-is, or follow up with you for additional recording opportunities.
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Do you know of individuals, groups, or institutions exploring trust in medicine that we should know about? Please share them with us.
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Trust in Medicine Call for Stories

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