MARISSA ANDREOU

University of Michigan Graduate

Working to create a synergistic relationship between Health and the Arts.

Why Art is Important in Medicine

BY BRIAN GOLDMAN, ER DOCTOR AT MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL TORONTO

"There was a time when a well-rounded physician had a good grounding in the humanities as well, and we lost that as more teaching time focused on understanding medical science and technology. The whole process of art appreciation is getting to notice things that you otherwise wouldn’t. When I walk into the room, before the patient and I have exchanged a word, I see the neck muscles are contracting every time they take a breath, and very subtly, that the nostrils are flaring. It’s telling me the patient is in respiratory distress, and I might have to make a splitsecond decision. You need the powers of observation to detect that"

Artistic Partnerships

PRAKSIS GREECE

Although a challenging experience, my work with PRAKSIS GREECE proved to be quite instrumental for my own professional development. Above anything else, I learned the importance of compassion and humanity in my work and my life.

WCBN RADIO

I’ve worked with WCBN since the start of my professional photography carrer. To me, sports photography is more than just a profession, it’s a lifelong passion. I aim to capture the emotions behind the game, and this client appreciates that about my work.

Spearheading my first traveling solo exhibition, Proud Mary has inspired me to create numerous works honoring the brave and eclectic men and woman battling breast cancer. Pushing my skills to include not only painting and photography but performance and sculptural art, creating a solo show has driven me to explore mediums I have never dared to work in.

HALPIN SOLUTIONS - PROUD MARY

DASSAULT SYSTEMS (3DEXCITE)

Working with Dassault Systems, 3DEXCITE was an experience I’ll never forget, and having them give me such wonderful feedback was an honor. Working as an intern in their professional solutions department allowed me to gain insight into the professional world and grow my work in an immense way.

UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN LAW SCHOOL

Interning with the University of Michigan Law School allowed for me to broaden my portfolio and create work in a professional environment. My quick turn around and professional demeanor was highly appreciated by the client.

BIG TEN STUDENT UNION NETWORK

Medical Experiences

VOLUNTEER IN SYRIAN REFUGEE CAMP

PRAKSIS - ATHENS, GREECE

It is very grounding realizing that those who have nothing are more willing to share the little they have than those who have everything. I have had the honor of being a warm hug, a shoulder to cry on, a friend, and a playmate to so many refugee children, not one of which spoke my language. I was moved to tears many times volunteering here, once from a one-legged man who found me on the metro to thank me for giving him clothes and laughing and joking like he was just another friend, once from watching an 8 year old "man" give the only food he would get today to a smaller child who needed it more in his eyes, and lastly because as I left I wished I could stay forever around these beautiful souls.

EMERGENCY ROOM LIAISON

BEAUMONT HOSPTIAL - TROY

I’ve worked with Shorted many times since starting out as a professional photographer. To me, sports photography is more than just a profession, it’s a lifelong passion. And this client appreciates that about my work.

SURGICAL TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

BEAUMONT HOSPITAL - ROYAL OAK

Despite only being in Undergraduate School, I was offered a position in a Medical School mentorship program and was allowed to train in laparoscopic procedures utilizing the Da Vinci Surgical System.

PERRY INITIATIVE OUTREACH PROGRAM

CRITTENTON HOSPITAL - ROCHESTER MI

I as fortunate enough to participate in a female only Orthopedic mentorship program aimed to inspire young women to be leaders in the exciting fields of Orthopedic Surgery and Engineering.