The Narrative Edge: The Power of Storytelling in Needs Assessments

The evolution of needs assessments (NAs) in continuing medical education grant proposals has transformed them from basic literature reviews of medical research into sophisticated, data-driven narratives that compellingly document the education needs of health care professionals. This article explores the critical role of storytelling in modern NAs, emphasizing how triangulating diverse data sources within a cohesive narrative effectively highlights targeted clinical practice gaps and demonstrates a genuine need for educational interventions.