Houston-based University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center has appointed Jennifer Finkel, PhD, as associate vice president of art experience to help create a multisensory environment that promotes health and well-being.
Dr. Finkel will join MD Anderson on Jan. 6 to cultivate and curate the center's art collection and installations, according to an Oct. 23 news release from the health system.
She will develop a strategic vision for the center's Art Program and Art Committee, the release said.
"Within the hospital setting, the experience of viewing art takes on a distinct emotional resonance," Dr. Finkel said. "Research has shown that art can improve mood, reduce stress and enhance the overall experience of a hospital visit, making it an invaluable resource for fostering healing and comfort."