Simulation-Based Education In Healthcare
25 researchers across 6 institutions
Simulation-based education in healthcare explores the development, implementation, and evaluation of realistic training environments for medical professionals. This research investigates how virtual reality, manikins, standardized patients, and other simulated scenarios can effectively teach clinical skills, improve patient safety, and enhance team communication. Key areas of inquiry include designing effective simulation curricula, assessing the impact of simulation on learning outcomes and clinical performance, and understanding the cognitive and behavioral changes that occur through simulated experiences. Researchers examine the application of simulation across various medical disciplines, from emergency medicine to surgical procedures.
This field of study has direct relevance to Arkansas's healthcare workforce development and public health initiatives. By improving the training of healthcare providers, simulation-based education contributes to a more skilled and adaptable medical community across the state. This is particularly important for addressing the needs of rural and underserved populations in Arkansas, where access to specialized medical training and care can be limited. Enhancing the proficiency of healthcare professionals through simulation can lead to better patient outcomes and a stronger healthcare infrastructure statewide.
This research area draws upon expertise from medical education, health sciences, and innovative teaching methodologies. Engagement spans multiple institutions within Arkansas, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and a broad base of inquiry into improving healthcare training and practice.
Top Researchers
| Name | Institution | h-index | Citations | Career Stage | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manuel D. Rossetti | University of Arkansas | 21 | 1,614 | High Impact | |
| Michael Anders | UAMS | 11 | 576 | ||
| Sharif Ullah | University of Central Arkansas | 7 | 153 | ||
| Kathryn K. Neill | UAMS | 6 | 163 | ||
| Matt Brown | Arkansas Tech University | 5 | 156 | ||
| Amy D. Robertson | UAMS | 5 | 100 | ||
| H. U. Schmidt | University of Arkansas | 3 | 944 | ||
| Natalie Capps | UAMS | 3 | 63 | ||
| Leslie McCormack | UAMS | 3 | 44 | ||
| Charles P. Molsbee | UA Little Rock | 2 | 17 | ||
| Laura Gillis | University of Central Arkansas | 2 | 48 | ||
| Brooke Gray | University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | 2 | 20 | ||
| Sharif Mahmud | University of Arkansas | 2 | 22 | ||
| Clayton H. Goddard | UAMS | 1 | 1 | ||
| Colton McCance | UAMS | 1 | 4 | ||
| Michae Orfanos | UAMS | 1 | 1 | ||
| Sherry Johnson | UAMS | 1 | 94 | ||
| Kade Gilstrap | University of Arkansas | 1 | 1 | ||
| Margaret Glasgow | UAMS | 1 | 1 | ||
| TATIANA PUNTARELLI | UAMS | 0 | 0 |
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Top US institutions in this area
- 1 Harvard University 775
- 2 Johns Hopkins University 712
- 3 University of Washington 677
- 4 Stanford University 632
- 5 University of Pennsylvania 614
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