Penn Medicine, in partnership with The Philadelphia Orchestra, brought the healing power of music to patients at all six of Penn Medicine’s hospitals, including those being treated for COVID-19. Starting in May, Penn Medicine hospitals directly streamed Virtual Philadelphia Orchestra programs directly into patient rooms on a dedicated Philadelphia Orchestra television channel or on tablets. The content includes rebroadcasts of previous concerts, chamber music from musicians’ homes, and more, with new content added each week. In addition, Philadelphia Orchestra audio and video content will be available on Penn Medicine’s employee COVID-19 support portal,PennMedicineTogether.
“Now more than ever providing additional support for our patients is of the utmost importance, and that includes helping them stay connected and strengthening their mental wellbeing,” said Regina Cunningham, PhD, RN, CEO of HUP. “Music can soothe and comfort patients, which is incredibly important for those who are hospitalized—especially during a time when visitors are limited in order to safeguard our patients and staff. We are lucky to be in a city with such incredible art and music programs, and we are grateful to be able to bring this music to our patients during this unprecedented time.”