Graphic Medicine: How pictures can help with healthcare with Sam Hester

A longtime advocate for comics as a medium for serious storytelling, Sam Hester is a contributor to comics journalism, comics in academia and the graphic medicine movement. She writes and draws comics about life in her hometown of Calgary, in the Treaty 7 region of Alberta, Canada. Particularly special about this episode is Sam sharing about her experience as a caregiver for her mother. Sam uses her artistry with images and words to communicate effectively with healthcare providers so that her mom’s preferences and health conditions are at the forefront of her quality of care. She also gives guidance on how you can incorporate this practice with your loved ones and their healthcare journey, no artistic skill required! Connect with Sam Hester: -Visit -Follow on Twitter @calgaryhester