Join us in Episode 3 as we delve into the world of simulation labs and their impact on medical education with Dr. Wesley Jang, Department Head of Critical Care Medicine at Burnaby Hospital and Fraser Health Regional Simulation Medical Lead. Dr. Jang shares his journey into medicine and passion for simulation-based training. Discover how simulation labs provide safe spaces for learners to develop their skills and embrace the permission to fail. Whether you're a medical student, a healthcare professional, or simply curious about the world of simulation labs, this episode offers valuable insights into the transformative impact of simulation on medical education and patient care. Join us as we explore the rewards and challenges of teaching and learning in the high-pressure environment of emergency medicine.

UBC VFMP Faculty Development's The MEDucators Podcast continues its pilot season with co-hosts Dr. Debbie Basco and Dr. Derek Chang where they invite members of the UBC medical education community to tell their stories about becoming a medical teacher — how they got there and what keeps them going. Episodes will be available bi-weekly on Mondays.

Guest: Dr. Wesley Jang

Hosted by: Dr. Debbie Basco & Dr. Derek Chang

Edited by: Shur Lim, VFMP Faculty Development

Music: "All Love" (Instrumental Version) by King Sis, licensed via Epidemic Sound

Special Thanks: Steve Pratt (Brand storytelling)

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In Episode 2, Debbie and Derek explore the power of storytelling with Dr. Sharon Vipler, Clinical Assistant Professor and Fraser Health Division Lead, Addiction Medicine. Dr. Vipler walks us through her experience in medical education; how it was marked by preceptorship as a culture of storytelling that colours the learning process. As an addictions medicine expert, she is passionate about the role of power and privilege in healthcare disparities and notes the positive shifts in learners' capacity for empathy in medical education. By humanizing patient-physician and teacher-learner interactions, storytelling fosters a sense of shared humanity. Join us as we explore the power of narratives in shaping compassionate healthcare and medical education.

UBC VFMP Faculty Development's The MEDucators Podcast continues its pilot season with co-hosts Dr. Debbie Basco and Dr. Derek Chang where they invite members of the UBC medical education community to tell their stories about becoming a medical teacher — how they got there and what keeps them going. Episodes will be available bi-weekly on Mondays.

Guest: Dr. Sharon Vipler

Hosted by: Dr. Debbie Basco & Dr. Derek Chang

Edited by: Shur Lim, VFMP Faculty Development

Music: "All Love" (Instrumental Version) by King Sis, licensed via Epidemic Sound

Special Thanks: Steve Pratt (Brand storytelling)

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In Episode 1, Debbie and Derek speak with Dr. Clarissa Wallace on her journey from being a clinical endocrinologist to transitioning into Clinical Assistant Professor and becoming Assistant Dean of the Vancouver Fraser Medical Program. Clarissa shares personal stories that highlight the importance of embracing vulnerability, self-compassion, and authenticity as a physician and educator. She emphasizes the importance of slowing down, and the incredible potential of radical collegiality in shaping the future of medical education. This episode will leave you inspired to cultivate empathy, humility, and kindness in your own journey as an educator, fostering an environment of empowerment and belonging for all.

The MEDucators Podcast launches its pilot season with co-hosts Dr. Debbie Basco and Dr. Derek Chang where they invite members of the UBC medical education community to tell their stories about becoming a medical teacher — how they got there and what keeps them going. Episodes will be available bi-weekly on Mondays.

Please rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast and explore the entire UBC Medicine Learning Network roster of podcasts on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and where you find your podcasts.

Guest: Dr. Clarissa Wallace

Hosted by: Dr. Debbie Basco & Dr. Derek Chang

Edited by: Shur Lim, VFMP Faculty Development

Music: "All Love" (Instrumental Version) by King Sis, licensed via Epidemic Sound

Special Thanks: Steve Pratt (Brand storytelling)

(C) UBC Medicine Learning Network

The MEDucators Podcast launches its pilot season with co-hosts Dr. Debbie Basco and Dr. Derek Chang where they invite members of the UBC medical educator community to tell their stories about becoming a medical teacher — how they got there and what keeps them going.

Episodes will be available bi-weekly, on Mondays, on all podcast platforms via the UBC Medicine Learning Network.  

We invite you to join us on this journey as we explore the unique voices and paths that have shaped the UBC medical education community. Episode One begins streaming June 19th . Subscribe now. We hope you'll join us!

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