Unveiling Heart Failure: The Power of Storytelling in Teaching

Welcome to the next enlightening episode of "Heart of the Matter." Join Dr. Claire Hansen, Dr. Brid Phillips, and Dr. Michael Stevens, along with our special guest, Dr. Michelle Barrett, a revered GP from Canberra with a passion for storytelling and teaching.

In this episode, we delve into Dr. Barrett's remarkable journey of using storytelling to enhance medical education and patient care. With over two decades of experience at Hughes Family Practice and a role as a Senior Lecturer and Co-ordinator of Phase 1 Clinical Skills at ANU, Dr. Barrett brings a wealth of insights into how storytelling can revolutionize the teaching of clinical history taking.

Discover how Dr. Barrett's innovative methods have transformed the way medical students learn to diagnose and treat heart failure. From crafting compelling narratives to engage students to harnessing the power of storytelling to deepen patient understanding, Dr. Barrett's approach highlights the pivotal role of storytelling in medical education and practice.

Join us as we uncover the art of storytelling in medicine and its profound impact on shaping the doctors of tomorrow and improving patient outcomes.