Communication of complex medical concepts can be challenging and
frustrating. The medical analogy is a valuable tool to bridge the gap between
clinician and patient. The goal of the Altoona List of Medical Analogies is to raise
consciousness of this tool and to begin sharing the rich variety of analogies available.
Communication of complex medical concepts can be challenging and
frustrating. The medical analogy is a valuable tool to bridge the gap between
clinician and patient. The goal of the Altoona List of Medical Analogies is to raise
consciousness of this tool and to begin sharing the rich variety of analogies available.