The Sim Cafe~

Discover the transformative power of communication and learning as we welcome Dr. Jenny Rudolph to Sim Cafe, a pioneer who has redefined the art of debriefing in healthcare. This episode promises to take you on a journey from the athletic fields to the cutting edge of medical simulation, offering practical wisdom and insights that could revolutionize your approach to clinical education. Through tales of her own experiences, Dr. Rud...

Embark on a captivating journey with Dr. Jo Davies, a distinguished healthcare and simulation expert, as she recounts her 30-year adventure that has taken her talents from the valleys of Wales to the sands of the Middle East and the coasts of Australia. In our latest episode, she unveils the groundbreaking "Virtual Reality: A Welsh Reality" project, a transformative step in marrying VR with simulation pedagogy. As the wor...

Discover the incredible journey of Tricia Meyer, a legal virtuoso turned entrepreneurial force, as we sit down at the Sim Cafe for a conversation that's as enlightening as it is inspiring. Tricia, the mastermind behind Meyer Law and The Clever Baby, opens up about her leap from corporate law to the helm of her own ventures, offering a wealth of knowledge for anyone looking to navigate the business world with legal finesse. Fro...

Step into the operating room of the future with Dr. Roger Smith, a visionary in surgical robotics, as we explore his journey from the precision of military simulations to the innovation-laden realm of medical robotics. Dr. Smith, once a mathematician and computer scientist, now stands at the vanguard of a revolutionary shift in healthcare - a transition that is not only fascinating but also a testament to the fluidity of expertise ...

Embark on a journey through the evolution of clinical simulation with Dr. Dan Raemer, a pioneering engineer-turned-medical simulation expert whose career has bridged gaps between technology and healthcare education. In his conversation with us, Dr. Raemer pulls back the curtain on his transition from developing life-saving medical devices to shaping the world of mannequin simulators for anesthesia training. His partnership with Jef...

Experience the journey of Kyle Johnson, from his early days in cardiac intensive care to shaping the future of healthcare through medical simulation education. As he sits down at the SIM Cafe, our esteemed guest and pioneer in simulation, the Executive Director of the TTUHSC simulation program, takes us on a riveting exploration of how virtual environments are revolutionizing healthcare training. Through his eyes, we witness the pe...

Unlock the secrets to navigating a major simulation conference with poise and purpose as we share the floor with the 'Columbia Crew' at IMSH 2024. Prepare to be whisked away on a journey through the ins and outs of session selections, time management, and the unexpected joys of spontaneous connections in this episode of Sim Cafe. Join Crystal Murillo, Kellie Bryant, Margarita David, and Anthony Young as they reveal how th...

Ever wondered how a passion for motorsports and sports radio could lead someone to the cutting edge of healthcare simulation? Buckle up, because that's exactly the road Curtis Kitchen, Director of Marketing for the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, has traveled. In our latest episode, Curtis shares his fascinating career trajectory—a journey that veers from the fast-paced world of racing and broadcasting, through the metic...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to trade the steady ground of a pediatric ICU for the adrenaline-pumped skies of flight nursing? Our esteemed guest Jannie White, a seasoned nurse and innovative educator, joins us to weave her captivating tale where critical care meets the cloud. Her journey is one of transformation, embracing the power of simulation in flight nursing education, while also navigating the cultural nuances ...

Discover the unexpected perks of diversity in healthcare education with Shannon DiMarco, administrative director at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, who graces the Sim Cafe with her profound insights. From her non-traditional path into clinical simulation to her pivotal role in fostering teams with varied strengths, Shannon's experiences reveal the vibrancy that different perspectives bring to emergency education. This ...