Patch Adams

Specialty Laughter therapy and humanized medical care.
Topics Laughter and creativity in healing, humanization of medicine, social activism in health.
Current Position Founder and Director of the Gesundheit Institute.

Who is he? Patch Adams is an American physician, clown, and social activist known for his revolutionary approach to medicine. He firmly believes that laughter and creativity are essential parts of the healing process. Since 1985, he has led annual clowning tours to bring joy to hospitals and orphanages around the world.

Patch Adams offers inspiring lectures on the importance of humor in medicine, the dehumanization of healthcare, and how to transform the health system for the better.

Living a Life of Joy.

The Joy of Caring for Others.

Humor and Health.

His life and innovative approach were portrayed in a 1998 film starring Robin Williams. He is also frequently mentioned in international media for his work.

He has been the author and subject of numerous articles and books exploring the intersection between humor and medical therapy.

The Gesundheit Institute, founded by Adams, has provided free medical care to more than 15,000 people. His work addresses issues such as rising healthcare costs, the dehumanization of medicine, and abuses within the insurance system.