ASE: Where anatomy and spirituality intersect

Abstract

Our field of anatomical sciences has a rich history intertwined with religious thought and practice. [1][2][3] However, this special issue does not focus on that history. Instead, Joy has brought together authors who share different perspectives on how religion and spirituality inform the practice of anatomy education. The papers are deeply personal. When I read them, I feel a strong connection to my anatomy colleagues from diverse backgrounds. The cultural and ethical questions they grapple with resonate with me, and I hope they will resonate with you too, Moreover, they connect to additional perspectives that center inclusion in the anatomical sciences published in the pages of our sibling journal The Anatomical Record.