The Impact of Face-to-face Versus Telehealth Group Art and Music Therapy to Facilitate Self-care for Doctors
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
SingHealth
31 December 2022
To observe and compare the impact of Face-to-Face (F2F) vs Telehealth art and music therapy sessions on doctors' self-care. Art and music therapy, whether F2F or Telehealth, is effective in facilitating doctors’ self-care.
Year Submitted: 2022
Published Date: 31 December 2022
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Technology, Value Based Care, Patient Satisfaction, Digital Health, Telehealth
About this Content
Aims
To observe and compare the impact of Face-to-Face (F2F) vs Telehealth art and music therapy sessions on doctors' self-care.
Background
Art and music therapy offer mental health benefits, and telehealth emerged as an alternative during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methods
Conducted a survey after single F2F and telehealth sessions. Sessions included mindfulness, music improvisation, art-making, and group reflections.
Results
All participants rated 4–5 on a 5-point Likert scale for self-care improvements. Telehealth was equally impactful as F2F sessions.
Conclusion
Art and music therapy, whether F2F or Telehealth, is effective in facilitating doctors’ self-care.
Lessons Learnt
Telehealth can achieve similar therapeutic outcomes as face-to-face sessions, improving accessibility for doctors.
Additional Information
Presented at Singapore Healthcare Management 2022.
Keywords
Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Self-Care, Telehealth, Mental Health
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | KK Women and Children Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Paediatrics |
Project Lead(s) | Kayla Carissa Wong |
Project Member(s) | Lee Peiling |
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Kayla Carissa Wong - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg