Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Heart of the Matter." Join Dr. Claire Hansen from ANU, Dr. Brid Phillips from UWA, and Dr. Michael Stevens from UNSW as they sit down with the remarkable Professor Brendan McCormack, one of the world's most influential leaders in person-centered healthcare.

Professor McCormack is Head of the Susan Wakil School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Sydney and the newly appointed Chair of the Council of Deans of Nursing and Midwifery. With over 600 publications and recognition among Thomson Reuters' 3000 most influential global researchers, Brendan brings a truly global perspective to healthcare transformation.

In this captivating conversation, we explore Brendan's revolutionary approach to integrating critical creativity into healthcare practice and education. From his early days as a dancer to pioneering research methodologies that literally involve dancing on clifftops, Brendan shares how embodied learning and artistic expression can transform the way we understand and deliver person-centered care.

This episode offers profound insights for healthcare professionals, educators, and anyone interested in the transformative potential of bringing creativity and artistry into traditionally clinical spaces.

Guest Bio:Professor Brendan McCormack holds professorships and honorary appointments across Europe, Africa, and the UK, reflecting the international impact of his work in person-centered practice. He is a founding member of the Person-Centered Practice International Community of Practice and continues to pioneer innovative approaches to healthcare education and research.

Links Referenced in This Episode:

• Professor Brendan McCormack's Wikipedia Profile
• Revolutionising Healthcare - Wiley Inspiring Minds Film Series
• Dancing the Mandalas of Critical Creativity in Nursing and Health Care

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Insights are shared on the integration of human-centered design in improving patient experiences, the role of emotional relationships with medical technologies, and the future of innovative approaches in tackling cardiovascular challenges. Join us as we explore the intersection of engineering, healthcare, and human experience, highlighting the transformative potential of design in medicine.

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