Sponsored by the School of Nursing and Health Sciences (SNHS) at Providence College, Narrative Medicine: Essays on Health and Care presents readers with personal narratives about the experience of providing – or receiving – health care. Since SNHS prepares students for a variety of health careers, we seek to educate future administrators, clinicians, and policymakers about the challenges of coordinating and delivering care and the experience of illness. Our published narratives are written by undergraduates with a wide range of personal and professional interests. The Journal’s co-editors work closely with students to polish their submissions, but published narratives reflect students’ lived experiences. Our focus is on presenting personal reflections on health and health care that have practical implications for improving the delivery of care.