Best Practices and Innovations on Simulation in Healthcare

May 5, 2026

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This is a private course, and registrations are not being accepted.
 

Description

Come and hear about some of the latest trends in AI, accreditation, virtual reality, and more! New this year, we invite you to engage in a debate about how to stress learners: psychological safety vs. realism in simulation. Additionally, the Sim Center will bring new simulation and technology equipment for hands-on demos at the in-person presentation.

Learning Objectives

  1. Debate “stressing the learner- psychological safety vs realism in simulation.”
  2. Review three current trends of AI integration in healthcare simulation.
  3. Apply current trends in healthcare simulation to future DMU simulations.

Moderator

Nehad El-Sawi, PhD
Assistant Vice President for Academic Innovation and Enhancement, Office of Academic Affairs, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Speakers

Erica Bowers, MSN, CHSE
Human Simulation Program Manager, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Beth Culross, PhD, MSN, RN, CHSE-A
Director, Regional Simulation Center, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Randal Foster, BS, CHSE
Simulation Specialist, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Michael Mclaughlin, PhD, CHSE, REMT-P
Simulation Laboratory Manager, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Laura Mueller, MEd
Simulation Technical Specialist, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Kimberly Patterson, MSN, RN, CHSE
Director Simulation Center, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
  • 1.00 AOA Category 2­A
  • 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
  • 1.00 CPME
Course opens: 
05/05/2026
Course expires: 
05/05/2026
Event starts: 
05/05/2026 - 12:00pm CDT
Event ends: 
05/05/2026 - 1:00pm CDT
Cost:
$0.00
Rating: 
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Accreditation Statements

  • MD: This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Iowa Medical Society (IMS). Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the IMS to provide continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
  • DO: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. DMU designates this activity for a maximum of 1.0 AOA Category 2-A credits and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation in this activity.
  • DPM: Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences (DMU) is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education as a provider of continuing education in podiatric medicine. DMU has approved this activity for a maximum of 1.0 continuing education contact hours.
  • Other healthcare providers: This activity is designated for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.

Educational Grants

No ineligible company provided financial support for this continuing education activity. 

Disclosures

The speaker(s) will disclose if any pharmaceuticals, medical procedures, or devices discussed are investigational or unapproved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The activity director is responsible for determining educational content and selecting speakers. 

Relevant to the content of this educational activity, the following individual(s) have no conflict(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

  • Erica Bowers, MSN, CHSE - Speaker
  • Beth Culross, PhD, MSN, RN, CHSE-A - Speaker
  • Nehad El-Sawi, PhD - Moderator
  • Shelli Finch - Activity Coordinator
  • Randal Foster, BS, CHSE - Speaker
  • Michael Mclaughlin, PhD, CHSE, REMT-P - Speaker
  • Laura Mueller, MEd - Speaker
  • Kimberly Patterson, MSN, RN, CHSE - Speaker

Disclaimer

The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only. It is not a substitute for a healthcare provider's independent medical judgment regarding diagnostic and treatment options for a specific patient's medical condition. 

Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits
  • 1.00 AOA Category 2­A
  • 1.00 CE Contact Hour(s)
  • 1.00 CPME

Price

Cost:
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This is a private course, and registrations are not being accepted.