Nathalie Bondil, then-director of Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, initiated a pilot program allowing doctors to prescribe museum visits to patients as a remedy for various ailments. This innovative idea, sparked by a growing awareness of mental health issues, gained international attention following the pandemic. Despite initial hesitations from other cultural institutions, the practice has expanded, influencing doctors from Montreal to Neuchatel, as they recognize the therapeutic value of art. The success of this program reflects a larger movement towards holistic approaches in medical care, blending traditional treatments with cultural experiences.
"It was about six years ago that Nathalie Bondil heard of doctors prescribing outside the boundaries of traditional medicine…"
"...thousands of doctors in Montreal were given free passes to prescribe to patients in the hopes of alleviating everything from depression and anxiety to diabetes and high blood pressure."
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