In this compelling episode of Leading Through Stories, we delve into the transformative power of digital narratives in veteran care and mental health. Our guest, Joy Pavelich from the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, shares her own journey and work in storytelling as a pathway to healing. This episode invites listeners to explore theContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: Empowering Veterans with Digital Storytelling”
Category Archives: Stories and Advocacy
Leading Through Stories: How to Meaningfully Engage with Patient Stories
In the realm of healthcare, the power of storytelling is often an undervalued asset. Yet, it is through the rich tapestry of patient narratives that medical professionals can gain insights far beyond the reach of traditional medical education. This very concept is the focus of a Leading Through Stories podcast episode featuring Dr. Mike Lang,Continue reading “Leading Through Stories: How to Meaningfully Engage with Patient Stories”
Leading Through Stories: Storytelling in Congenital Heart Disease Care
In a world where healthcare often seems impersonal and daunting, the art of storytelling emerges as a powerful means to bridge the gap between patients and providers, offering a sense of humanity amidst clinical settings. The latest episode of our podcast presents an enlightening conversation with Vittorio Borrelli, a man whose life is a testamentContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: Storytelling in Congenital Heart Disease Care”
Leading Through Stories: The Power of Pediatric Cancer Narratives in Healthcare
In the realm of pediatric oncology, there is an unspoken narrative, one that is rich with the experiences and voices of its youngest fighters. It is a narrative woven from the threads of resilience, struggle, and profound humanity, as children battling cancer and their families navigate the complex landscape of illness and recovery. The powerContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: The Power of Pediatric Cancer Narratives in Healthcare”
Leading Through Stories: Crafting a Movement with Uganda’s Digital Storytellers
The transformative power of digital storytelling is beautifully showcased in the latest podcast episode titled “Crafting a Movement with Uganda’s Digital Storytellers.” In this captivating episode, we step into the vibrant world of East Africa, where they are harnessing the art of digital narratives to advocate for gender equality. The episode features conversation following theContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: Crafting a Movement with Uganda’s Digital Storytellers”
Leading Through Stories: Donuts and Digital Narratives in Mental Health
In a world that is increasingly connected yet paradoxically isolating, the need for genuine stories and voices of hope has never been greater. Our latest podcast episode delves into the life of Makaylah Rogers, a non-binary social entrepreneur and mental health advocate who has found solace and strength in digital storytelling. This narrative isn’t justContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: Donuts and Digital Narratives in Mental Health”
Leading Through Stories: Children’s Healthcare Canada Conference
In the latest episode of our podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting a discussion that sits at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and healthcare. Pam Kai, Krystle Schofield, and Kristina McGuire, each with their own intimate connection to healthcare as parents and caregivers, joined us to unpack the layers of digital storytelling. These seasonedContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: Children’s Healthcare Canada Conference”
Leading Through Stories: Transforming Healthcare Narratives
In a recent episode of a thought-provoking podcast, the profound impact of digital storytelling in healthcare was explored through a captivating conversation with Pip Hardy and Tony Sumner, co-founders of Patient Voices UK, and Laura Mazzoli Smith from the University of Durham. As industry pioneers, they delved into the evolution of digital narratives and theirContinue reading “Leading Through Stories: Transforming Healthcare Narratives”
Family Centred Care
Way back in December, I shared a little about my experience as a parent representative at the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society’s Annual Meeting in Miami. As anyone who has been a patient advocate at a medical conference knows there were many great experiences, (see my quick recap below) and there were frustrating experiences. That’sContinue reading “Family Centred Care”
A Digital Storytelling Case Study with Rocky Mountain Adaptive
Removing Barriers Transforms Lives & Creates Lasting Legacy Before creating their digital stories, Rocky Mountain Adaptive was seeking a powerful tool in stakeholder communications and advocacy. Creating digital stories added dimension to their marketing and communications strategies and allowed them to connect with their stakeholders in a deeper, more meaningful way. When founder, Jamie McCulloch,Continue reading “A Digital Storytelling Case Study with Rocky Mountain Adaptive”