In this episode Alison, Erin and Marie are joined by David Shablak and William Belk from the Sim Geeks Podcast to delve into their simulation journeys and what makes their story stand out.

Episode Overview

In this episode of SimNurseNZ, we sit down with Dr. David Rodgers, Director of the Interprofessional Simulation Center at Indiana University’s Regional Academic Health Center. With over 30 years in simulation-based education, Dr. Rodgers shares his insights into the role of artificial intelligence, particularly ChatGPT, in healthcare simulation. We explore how AI is transforming medical training, its benefits and challenges, and what the future holds for integrating AI into healthcare education.

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About Dr. David Rodgers

Tune in to hear Dr. Rodgers' expert take on AI’s role in shaping the future of healthcare simulation!

Jane Tyerman and Marian Luctkar-Flude The CAN-Sim Co-Presidents

Season 2. Episode 8

In this episode of SimNurseNZ, we engage with Dr. Jane Tyerman and Dr. Marian Luctkar-Flude, Co-Presidents of the Canadian Alliance of Nurse Educators using Simulation (CAN-Sim). They share their personal journeys into the world of simulation, the inception and growth of CAN-Sim, and how their virtual simulations are revolutionizing nursing education. Additionally, they provide details about the upcoming CAN-Sim 2025 Conference and the myriad benefits of becoming a CAN-Sim member.

Key Highlights

About CAN-Sim

CAN-Sim is a leading Canadian network dedicated to advancing nursing education through simulation. The organization offers a comprehensive range of virtual simulation games and clinical scenarios aimed at enhancing the competencies of nursing educators and students. CAN-Sim also provides professional development opportunities, including webinars and workshops, and fosters a collaborative community for research and innovation in simulation-based education.

Tune in to gain valuable insights from Jane and Marian on the transformative role of virtual simulation in nursing education and how CAN-Sim is leading the way!

Check out the amazing CAN-Sim website at https://can-sim.ca/

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Dr. Laura Newhouse on her 2 year Douglas Starship Simulation Programme Fellowship 

Season 2. Episode 7

Episode Summary: In this episode of SimNurseNZ, we had the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Laura Newhouse, who recently completed her two-year fellowship with the Douglas Starship Simulation Programme in Auckland, New Zealand. Dr. Newhouse shares invaluable insights from her fellowship experience, the impact of simulation in healthcare, and the personal growth she underwent as part of the simulation team.

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This podcast was funded and made possible by the Douglas Charitable Trust and The Starship Foundation. We give many thanks for their generosity in making this happen.

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SimNurseNZ Interviews Lydia Lofton

Season 2. Episode 7

Episode Summary:  In this episode of the SimNurseNZ podcast, we’re joined by Lydia Lofton, Associate Director at NHS Elect, to explore her fascinating journey into simulation and its transformative impact on her career. Lydia’s extensive experience in the world of healthcare simulation, coupled with her role as past president of the International Pediatric Simulation Society (IPSS), gives her a unique perspective on the value of interprofessional education (IPE) and the global network of simulation professionals.

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Why You Should Attend IPSSW 2025 in Munich:

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Don’t miss this insightful conversation with Lydia Lofton! Whether you’re just starting out in simulation or looking to deepen your expertise, this episode offers valuable insights into the evolving world of healthcare simulation and interprofessional education.

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This podcast was funded and made possible by the Douglas Charitable Trust and The Starship Foundation. We give many thanks for their generosity in making this happen.

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SimNurseNZ Interviews Dr. Carl Horsley

Season 2. Episode 6

Episode Summary: In this episode of the SimNurseNZ Podcast, Erin, Alison and Marie had the privilege of speaking with Dr. Carl Horsley, a seasoned ICU specialist at Middlemore Hospital in New Zealand. Carl is an Intensivist working at Middlemore Hospital in New Zealand with a background in Emergency Medicine. Within this role Carl’s focus has been on the practical application of Resilience Engineering in healthcare settings and the use of simulation to build resilient teams and test systems. Carl completed his Master of Science in Human Factors and System Safety at Lund University, with a thesis focused on the sociology of safety. Carl also has a role at the Health Quality and Safety Commission New Zealand as a Clinical Lead. Carl is highly regarded on an international level in this arena and this episode was a joy to record.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Horsley also reflects on the importance of resilience engineering and system-level thinking, sharing stories and lessons learned from his career in ICU and healthcare simulation. His passion for improving patient safety systems and clinical outcomes through simulation is inspiring for everyone at all levels of their healthcare career.

Key Topics Covered:

Featured Resources:

Book: "How Behavior Spreads: The Science of Complex Contagions" by Damon Sentola

"Resilience Engineering" work by Erik Hollnagel

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Dr. Traci Wolbrink on Healthcare Simulation Behind a Screen

Season 2. Episode 5

Dr. Traci Wolbrink is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School and an Intensivist at Boston Children's Hospital in the PICU. Traci co-founded OPENPediatrics alongside Dr. Jeffrey Burns. OPENPediatrics is an innovative online platform, aimed to revolutionise paediatric healthcare education globally. OPENpediatrics serves as a collaborative, peer-reviewed resource. Through its interactive features and evidence-based content, OPENPediatrics continues to empower healthcare teams, particularly in resource-limited settings, to deliver optimal care to paediatric patients. OPENpediatrics has over 128,000 registered users, their videos have been viewed over 23 million times and are also used in every country and territory worldwide​.

Dr Traci Wolbrink is a pioneer in the utilisation of escape room concepts in healthcare simulation to innovate medical education. She is well published in regard to gaming theory and the impact on healthcare professionals learning.

Traci has been a critical support in the faculty development and support over the years of the Douglas Starship Simulation Programme. As well as Dr Peter Weinstock, they visit New Zealand regularly to co-facilitate the Douglas Starship Simulation Programme’s three-day faculty development workshop to train new advocacy inquiry debriefers for zone three healthcare simulation courses.

Episode Summary:

Join us on Sim Nurse NZ as Alison, Erin and Marie interview Dr. Traci Wolbrink, a world leading expert in healthcare simulation, about innovative approaches to clinical simulation training conducted remotely. Dr. Wolbrink discusses her role in co-founding OPENPediatrics and pioneering escape room healthcare simulations, exploring how these technologies enhance learning and patient care in a virtual environment. Traci also discusses why healthcare professionals in clinical simulation are poised in the perfect position be innovators in all areas of healthcare with their unique skillsets.

Introduction to clinical simulation behind a screen: Dr. Wolbrink explains the concept of conducting healthcare simulation behind a screen and its benefits for medical education.

Co-founding OPENPediatrics: The origins and impact of OPENPediatrics, an online community and resource hub for pediatric healthcare providers worldwide.

Escape Room Healthcare Simulation: Innovations in the use of escape room concepts for clinical simulation-based education, promoting teamwork, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.

Links and Resources:

OPENPediatrics: https://www.openpediatrics.org/

Boston Children’s Hospital Immersive Design Systems: https://www.childrenshospital.org/clinician-resources/immersive-design-systems

Dr. Traci Wolbrink's Profile, Publications and Research: https://www.childrenshospital.org/directory/traci-wolbrink

Tune in to gain insights from Dr. Traci Wolbrink on the evolution of virtual healthcare simulation and its transformative impact on health professional education and patient care. Don't miss this enlightening episode of Sim Nurse NZ!

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This podcast was funded and made possible by the Douglas Charitable Trust and The Starship Foundation. We give many thanks for their generosity in making this happen.

This podcast was produced by Denish Kumar.

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Dr. David Gaba, "Simulation is a Technique not a Technology"

Season 2. Episode 4

Dr. David Gaba is coined one of the grandfather’s of Simulation in Healthcare. His astounding career achievements include the creation of the first medical manikin and merging CRM (crisis resource management) from the airline industry into healthcare simulation based education. Dr Gaba is full of profound insights and catchy taglines.

Dr. David Gaba is a distinguished Professor of Anesthesia and Associate Dean for Immersive and Simulation-Based Learning at Stanford University. He is recognized for his ground-breaking work in medical simulation and CRM, shaping the landscape of healthcare education and patient care worldwide over the last 34 years.

Episode Summary:

Join Erin, Alison and Marie as they interview Dr. David Gaba, renowned pioneer from Stanford University, who revolutionised healthcare simulation and is often referred to as one of the “Grandfather’s of Simulation”. Discover David’s remarkable journey, from creating the first medical simulator to adapting Crisis Resource Management (CRM) from aviation to healthcare, transforming patient safety and education across the globe.

We also reflect on Dr. David Gaba's visionary insights from his seminal 2004 article on the future of simulation in healthcare. As we celebrate two decades since its publication, we revisit the article's predictions and examine its continued relevance in shaping contemporary healthcare simulation practices. Dr. Gaba foresaw healthcare simulation's pivotal role in enhancement of patient safety, improving clinical skills, and fostering teamwork among healthcare providers. Join us as we explore how his foresight has influenced the evolution of clinical simulation technology and education, paving the way for innovations that continue to transform healthcare delivery today. This addition highlights the significance of Dr. Gaba's article and sets the stage for discussing its impact on healthcare simulation over the past 20 years.

Career Journey: David shares insights into his career path, motivations, and early inspirations in healthcare simulation.

Innovation in Simulation: The inception and evolution of the first medical simulator, its impact on medical education, and advancements in simulation technology over the years.

Adaptation of CRM: David discusses the adaptation of CRM principles from aviation to healthcare, emphasizing teamwork, communication, and situational awareness in critical scenarios.

Impact on Patient Safety: How CRM simulation programs have enhanced patient safety, reduced errors, and improved outcomes in healthcare settings globally.

Future of Simulation: Dr. Gaba explores future directions in simulation technology and education, addressing current challenges and opportunities.

Links and Resources:

- Dr. David Gaba's 2004 article: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/8249602_The_Future_Vision_of_Simulation_in_Health_Care

- Stanford University Center for Immersive and Simulation-Based Learning: https://cisl.stanford.edu/

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. David Gaba as we delve into his pioneering contributions to simulation in healthcare and the transformative impact of CRM on patient safety. Don't miss out on this insightful episode of Sim Nurse NZ! Sure to be a top episode.

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This podcast was funded and made possible by the Douglas Charitable Trust and The Starship Foundation. We give many thanks for their generosity in making this happen.

This podcast was produced by Denish Kumar.

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Dr. Jabeen Fayyaz on Healthcare Simulation, AI in translation, and Human Factors.

Season 2. Episode 3

Dr. Jabeen Fayyaz is an experienced healthcare simulation educator, leader and researcher with expertise in AI applications for clinical education. Dr Jabeen Fayyaz serves as the SimKIDS Medical Director at Sick Kids Hospital in Canada and holds the position of Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto. Additionally, she contributes as a PEM Staff Physician at The Hospital for Sick Children and functions as a Sim Educator and Resuscitation Lead within the Division of Emergency Medicine. Dr Fayyaz has an interest in the use of AI tools like Google Translation and human factors video recording in healthcare simulation to enhance learning and patient safety.

Episode Summary:

Join us on Sim Nurse NZ as Alison, Erin and Marie interview Dr. Jabeen Fayyaz, an expert in healthcare simulation and artificial intelligence (AI). Dr. Fayyaz shares insights into her career journey in clinical simulation, her work in AI applications for clinical settings, including Google Translation, and the use of AI in human factors video recording and reporting.

Career in Simulation: Dr. Fayyaz discusses her background in healthcare simulation, highlighting key milestones and experiences that shaped her career.

AI in Google Translation for Clinical Settings: Exploring the integration of AI, particularly Google Translation, in healthcare simulation to enhance communication and patient care.

Human Factors in Simulation: The role of AI in human factors video recording and reporting, improving debriefing processes and patient safety outcomes.

Challenges and Innovations: Addressing challenges in implementing AI technologies in healthcare simulation and opportunities for future advancements.

Impact on Healthcare: How AI applications in simulation contribute to improved healthcare delivery, patient outcomes, and professional development.

Links and Resources:

- Learn more about Sim Kids: https://www.sickkids.ca/en/learning/our-programs/simulation-program/

- Dr. Jabeen Fayyaz's Publications and Research: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Jabeen-Fayyaz-2

Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Jabeen Fayyaz as we delve into her pioneering work in simulation and AI, exploring its transformative impact on nursing education and patient outcomes. Don't miss this enlightening episode of Sim Nurse

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This podcast was funded and made possible by the Douglas Charitable Trust and The Starship Foundation. We give many thanks for their generosity in making this happen.

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Dr Jessica Stokes-Parish on Moulage and Simulated Participants in Healthcare Simulation

Guest Speaker: Dr Jessica Stokes-Parish

Season 2. Episode 2

Dr Jessica Stokes-Parish is an Associate Dean and Translational Simulation researcher at Bond University, specialising in healthcare simulation, moulage techniques, and the use of simulated participants. With a background in nursing and education, Jessica brings a wealth of knowledge on enhancing simulation realism and effectiveness.

Jess is a practicing intensive care nurse and health professions educator, with post graduate degrees in education, nursing practice and science communication. In addition to 15+ years of bedside nursing, areas of work include health professions workforce development, such as policy, education, and science communication.

In 2022 Jess published a signature CRABS framework for publication and research credibility. This framework is designed to help sift through online content to determine what is credible (and what’s not). She is now referred as the “CRABS Lady”!

Jess has extensive experience in leadership and service roles in the higher education sector, including project management and curriculum design. She has her own private business as well as her university role and also has a highly subscribed Instagram account which challenges misinformation on the internet and how to be a good influencer. Jess is a sought after speaker for conferences both in person and in the virtual space.

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Sim Nurse NZ: Erin, Marie and Alison sit down with Jessica Stokes-Parish, a leading expert from Bond University, to explore the fascinating world of moulage and simulated participants in healthcare simulation.

Moulage: Jessica describes her PHD topic which is the art of moulage in healthcare simulation and when and why to use moulage to create realistic scenarios.

Simulated Participants: Exploring the use of simulated participants (SPs) in simulations and their contribution to immersive learning experiences.

Educational Benefits: How moulage and SPs enhance clinical skills, decision-making, and teamwork among healthcare professionals.

Challenges and Innovations: Discussing challenges in implementing moulage and SPs, along with innovative approaches to overcome them.

Research and Future Directions: Insights into current research trends and the future of moulage and SPs in advancing healthcare simulation.

Links and Resources:

- Bond University: https://bond.edu.au/profile/jessica-stokes-parish

- Jessica Stokes-Parish Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_stokesparish?igsh=MXVjbml1cHBucDNqbg==

-Jessica Stokes-Parish Website:  https://www.jessicastokesparish.com/

- Jessica Stokes-Parish Publications: https://research.bond.edu.au/en/persons/jessica-stokes-parish

Join us for an insightful conversation on moulage and simulated participants in healthcare simulation, as we uncover strategies to elevate nursing education and patient outcomes. Stay tuned for the Sim Nurse NZ podcast with Jessica Stokes-Parish!

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This podcast was funded and made possible by the Douglas Charitable Trust and The Starship Foundation. We give many thanks for their generosity in making this happen.

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