The Inaugural Class, CUSOM 2017, is in the midst of the first Medical Simulation Rotation (SIM Month) at Campbell University’s Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine in the Simulation Center located in the Leon Levine Hall of Medical Sciences.
SIM Month is the beginning of the third year medical students’ clinical rotations the remainder of which will take place at five regional campuses Campbell has established throughout North Carolina. The 9,0000 square foot Simulation Center features state-of-the-art equipment giving students the opportunity to experience full adult, pediatric, and OB/GYN simulation exercises. In the simulated environment, students learn many of the common procedures and techniques for patient care which helps to improve patient care and increase patient safety while teaching medical skills and critical thinking assessment.
“During this first week, we are covering pediatric dehydration, OB/GYN exams, eye/ear exams, sterile technique, and several ultrasound skills,” shared Brian Mann, MS, PA-C Education Specialist for Simulation Instruction. “The students also have sessions in the osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) lab this month where they are reviewing osteopathic techniques they have learned previously and are practicing communication skills including teaching patients exercises.”
The Simulation Rotation allows faculty and students to utilize state-of-the-art simulators to learn the practice of invasive procedures in a risk-free environment with the ultimate goal being benefit to patients. The Simulation Rotation provides increased exposure to the procedures a student may experience on clinical rotation, as well as those typically important upon entering residency such as: Foley catheter placement, venipuncture and peripheral catheter placement; gain understanding of basic antibiotic management; to learn and practice advanced cardiac life support protocols; undergo a formal electrocardiogram teaching curriculum and become proficient at basic ECG interpretation; improve cardiovascular physical diagnosis skills; understand principles of obtaining informed consent for procedures; learn principles of teaching peers and students, gain proficiency in cultural competence, and nhance skills in self-reflection.
“Simulation training is an ever expanding area in medical education,” explained John M. Kauffman, Jr. DO, dean of Campbell’s medical school. “Our center will shape Campbell’s position in healthcare education and allow our students to participate in state-of-the-art education to become better physicians for North Carolina and the Nation.”
Medical School Begins Third Year Rotations With Simulation Medicine