Arts in oncology: integrating creative practices into hospital environments – The example of the Centre for Art and Medicine, University Hospital for Tumours (KBCSM)

A growing body of evidence indicates that structured arts‑in‑health programmes can improve psychological well‑being, reduce anxiety, enhance patient experience, and support healthcare staff resilience(1–3). This review outlines key international frameworks and empirical findings on the benefits of integrating arts into oncology care and presents the Centre for Art and Medicine at the University Hospital for Tumours (KBCSM) as a sustainable, long‑term model of practice.