Simulation-Based Education In Healthcare
26 researchers across 5 institutions
Research in simulation-based education in healthcare explores the design, implementation, and evaluation of simulated environments for training healthcare professionals. This work addresses how realistic simulations, utilizing technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, and high-fidelity manikins, can improve clinical skills, decision-making, and patient safety. Investigations focus on developing standardized curricula, assessing learner performance, and understanding the cognitive and behavioral changes that occur through simulation. Key areas include interprofessional team training, crisis resource management, and the integration of simulation into competency-based medical education frameworks.
This research holds particular relevance for Arkansas by supporting the state's healthcare workforce development and improving patient care outcomes. As Arkansas addresses challenges related to healthcare access and workforce shortages, particularly in rural areas, simulation offers a scalable and effective method for training and upskilling clinicians. The development of simulation centers and programs can also foster innovation within the state's growing health sciences sector, potentially leading to new educational technologies and services. Furthermore, enhancing the skills of healthcare providers through simulation directly contributes to public health by improving the quality and safety of medical services available to Arkansas residents.
This research area draws on expertise from medical education, health sciences, and educational technology. It involves a broad network of researchers across multiple Arkansas institutions, facilitating collaborative approaches to advancing simulation-based training in healthcare.
Top Researchers
| Name | Institution | h-index | Citations | Career Stage | Badges |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Berleant | UA Little Rock | 20 | 1,750 | ||
| Kathryn K. Neill | UAMS | 6 | 163 | ||
| Matt Brown | Arkansas Tech University | 5 | 156 | ||
| Jeff Hall | UA Little Rock | 5 | 121 | ||
| Kelsey L. Shnaekel | UAMS | 4 | 143 | ||
| H. U. Schmidt | University of Arkansas | 3 | 945 | ||
| Leslie McCormack | UAMS | 3 | 47 | ||
| M. J. M. Sunny | UA Little Rock | 2 | 14 | ||
| Brooke Gray | University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | 2 | 21 | ||
| Sharif Mahmud | University of Arkansas | 2 | 22 | ||
| Clayton H. Goddard | UAMS | 1 | 1 | ||
| Colton McCance | UAMS | 1 | 6 | ||
| Michae Orfanos | UAMS | 1 | 1 | ||
| Sherry Johnson | UAMS | 1 | 94 | ||
| Kade Gilstrap | University of Arkansas | 1 | 1 | ||
| Margaret Glasgow | UAMS | 1 | 1 | ||
| Tresia Rouse | University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | 1 | 2 | ||
| Maryam Aghamohammadghasem | University of Arkansas | 1 | 15 | ||
| Michelle L R Gonzalez | UAMS | 1 | 2 | ||
| Patti Conard | University of Arkansas – Fort Smith | 1 | 2 |
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Strategic Outlook
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Top US institutions in this area
- 1 Harvard University 828
- 2 Johns Hopkins University 761
- 3 University of Washington 708
- 4 Stanford University 669
- 5 University of Pennsylvania 666
Cross-Institution Connections
Researchers at different institutions with overlapping expertise in Simulation-Based Education In Healthcare.