3. The Art and Science of Digital Storytelling: Dr. Mike Lang on Reshaping Healthcare Through Patient Narratives

Send us Fan MailDr. Mike Lang is a Digital Storytelling Specialist, Researcher, Film Director/Producer and Social Entrepreneur.  He shares with us what Digital Storytelling is and the impact it has as it relates to making positive change in healthcare policies.  We also talk about:Digital storytelling as a productDigital storytelling as a processA variety of ways a digital story can be used (for education, advocacy, research and therapeutic intent)Making sense of our own storiesGaining wisdom through storiesDr. Lang's personal mission:  "openly and honestly sharing my story and encouraging others to do the same"Alberta Health Services**Note:  this episode was recorded in the summer of 2022.Digital stories that Dr. Lang mentioned during this podcast:My Duty to My Dad:  Ann’s StoryMountains & Valleys - Annette’s StoryAlberta Health Services - Patient & Family StorytellingTo learn more about Dr. Mike Lang, please visit his website:  https://www.mikelangstories.com/Thank you for listening!Do you have a question or a topic related to "capturing essence for care" that you would like discussed on the podcast?  Email:  [email protected] use the "Send us Fan Mail" link at the top of the Episode Description to text the show!Interested in learning more?  Check out my Etsy ShopVisit my YouTube channel or websiteIntro and outro music with thanks:  Upbeat and Sweet No Strings by Musictown Lisa brings over 25 years of experience working in healthcare settings with older adults. The perspectives shared on this podcast are her own and do not represent the views of any past or current employer. Patient/resident stories are shared only with explicit permission or as anonymized composites for educational purposes.