Where Does Yarigai Come From? Meaning and Fulfilment in Medicine When Cure Is Limited

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Authors: Hiroshi Nishigori
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Abstract

When cure is not possible, where do physicians find fulfilment? This commentary explores “yarigai” as a lens to rethink meaning in medicine and medical education. #MedEd #Geriatrics

Fields of Study & Subjects

Empathy and Medical Education Aging and Gerontology Research Nursing education and management

Publication details

Journal / source
Medical Education
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
60
Issue
8
Pages
834–836
Publication date
13 May 2026
Language
EN