To reveal and reverse the dire crisis caused by the rapid disappearance of the immense, scientifically proven healing power of compassion for patients and the healthcare professionals who treat us.
A Stanford Med CCARE & A.C.T.
Graduate Project
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"Patient Lee" Tomlinson's keynote highlights...
A Documentary That’s More Than a Movie… It’s a Movement!
The Compassion Heals documentary is a powerful call to action to restore the vast healing power of compassion to modern healthcare – as it should be! Led by “Patient Lee” Tomlinson, this film reveals the scientific proof of compassion’s healing capabilities, shares patient and healthcare professional stories revealing the impact of compassion when present and not, plus the means to ensure that patients and our healthcare providers receive the life-giving and life-saving impact of compassion when we need it the most!
Compassion heals.
Join us in making compassion the cornerstone of modern medicine as it was and should always be.​​​
Help us get Compassion Heals made!
With your support, we can shine a bright light on the causes and impact of a lack of compassion on healthcare professionals, their patients and the bottom line of the institutions where their lives intersect. And help return the transformative healing power of compassion to all three.
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Through our Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign, you have the unique opportunity to be part of this mission. Your contribution will help us bring this powerful story to life, amplify its reach, and create lasting change in healthcare systems around the world.
By supporting this documentary, you’re not just funding a film—you’re investing in a future where compassion’s return to healthcare saves lives, helps bring communities together, and celebrates the very people who dedicate their lives to providing both competent and equally compassionate care for all.
THE
TEAM
Behind the Vision
Our dedicated team includes producers, researchers, Stanford Med CCARE Compassion Ambassadors, and healthcare experts, all committed to bringing this documentary to life.
From strategic planning and fundraising to production and outreach, every member plays a crucial role in returning compassion to the forefront of modern healthcare.
Jill Demby Guest - Director
An Emmy-nominated director, Jill brings decades of experience crafting compelling, emotionally resonant stories. Her dedication to exploring untold narratives makes her an invaluable voice in the Compassion Heals project.
Roz Dauber - Director
Award-winning filmmaker Roz Dauber combines her expertise in science, medicine, and storytelling to create impactful films. As a two-time cancer survivor, Roz’s work is deeply personal, and her passion for compassionate care shines through in this project.
Lee Tomlinson -
Executive Producer
Known as “Patient Lee,” Lee Tomlinson is the heart and soul behind the Compassion Heals documentary. A cancer survivor, advocate, and keynote speaker, Lee’s mission is to restore compassion in healthcare. His personal story forms the emotional foundation of this transformative film.
