Nephrology

Music & Kidney Program

Music has been an integral part of human life since ancient times, deeply woven into our cultural, emotional, and social experiences. It can impact our health with both physiological and psychological effects, influencing mood, stress levels, pain and physical health. Establishing academic programs dedicated to the intersection of music and health can foster interdisciplinary collaboration, advancing our understanding of music’s therapeutic potential. By raising awareness of its health benefits, we encourage further research and support the development of evidence-based guidelines for integrating music into clinical care and wellness programs.

2018 Music and Medicine Event at UCLA

This event is hosted by the Music & Kidney program at UCLA Schoenberg Music Hall. In this program, we aimed to increase awareness of kidney disease, a combination of solo piano recital and nephrologists’ presentations along with speeches from patients with medical history of kidney disease and transplant.

2020 Virtual Music & Medicine event at UCLA Health

The virtual Music and Medicine event is hosted by the Music & Kidney program at UCLA Health aiming to inspire and bridge the gap between spirituality, mental and physical health of the patients, healthcare providers as well as the community during Covid-19 pandemic.

2024 Music & Medicine Event at UCLA

The 2024 Music and Medicine event was held at UCLA's Schoenberg Hall.

This event brought together musicians, neuroscientists, nephrologists, psychiatrists, healthcare providers, kidney and dialysis patients and their families. Event has been dedicated to exploring the healing power of music and its profound impact on health and well-being, particularly in the context of chronic illnesses.