About the Medicine for a Changing Planet

The Medicine for a Changing Planet collaboration emerged from a collective concern regarding the pressing challenges posed by climate change and disruptions to Earth's natural systems. Recognizing the urgent need for innovative healthcare approaches and enhanced skills among healthcare providers, the Stanford Center for Innovation in Global Health has partnered with the University of Washington. Together, they have curated a collection of online case studies that highlight various clinical manifestations of environmental challenges – and skills that clinicians can develop to provide effective care for patients on a changing planet.

General Information

These cases are designed to be used in the clinical phase of training for medical professionals, as they focus on clinical competencies regarding the impact of environmental change on the patient care setting and the role of clinicians in detecting and managing the impacts of those changes on their patients.