Simulation TechnologyAND IMMERSIVE LEARNING

Arthur J. Rubloff Building 420 East Superior Street Chicago, IL 60611

Simulation Technology and Immersive LearningMcGaw Pavilion, LLC 0-540 240 E. Huron StreeetChicago, IL 60611

simulation.northwestern.edu(312) 503-7700

» To promote research and establish best practices in simulation-based medical education

» To provide a safe and comfortable space for immersive, interdisciplinary training

» To have the capacity to simultaneously host multiple complex simulated patient encounters

» To design and implement a modular-based simulation curriculum that complements the existing curriculum

» To develop future innovations in simulation technology through partnership with the McCormick School of Engineering

» To help maintain the technical competency of a regional health care workforce

OUR GOALS

Successful simulation education relies upon two basic principles: deliberate practice (focused and repetitive practice to gain expertise) and expert feedback (constructive criticism from an experienced coach).

In the simulation laboratory, we model the complex environment in which interdisciplinary teams work. The simulators provide the necessary context for patient care events.

In the hospital (in situ) we use complex immersive simulations to advance learning for interdisciplinary teams. The faculty are able to not only assess the student’s individual competencies but also the non-technical skills of the entire team, and assess strengths and weaknesses of systems.

METHODOLOGY

CAPABILITIES OF THE CENTERThe center includes a comprehensive array of innovative health care programming.

» The simulation and surgical skills labs occupy a total of 11,000 square feet and are comprised of 5 patient rooms with a double trauma room, 2 skills labs, and 2 operating rooms

» Simulation of a hospital environment using state-of-the-art devices

» Simulation of adult and pediatric care delivery

» Simulation of women’s health services, including childbirth

» Training in emergency preparedness and emergency medical services

TEACHINGNorthwestern currently supports several academic programs in simulation. These programs have produced critical knowledge as to the best practices for simulation-based medical education.

At the center for Simulation Technology and Immersive Learning, we strive to ensure a diverse and engaging curriculum. Our faculty create experiential training events from actual practice, using the outstanding resources of our medical library for up-to-date instructional materials. Expert comprehensive debriefing sessions improve students’ retention and assessment metrics help assure a standard of knowledge.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT» Instructorship

» Certificate Programs

» Faculty development to serve global and regional needs

FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO SIMULATION.NORTHWESTERN.EDU