Voices from the Field: Preceptors’ Perspectives and Lessons Learned

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Description
This session features experienced preceptors sharing practical insights, challenges, and lessons learned from clinical teaching in real-world healthcare settings. Participants will explore strategies for orienting learners, providing meaningful feedback, and balancing educational responsibilities with patient care demands. The discussion will offer practical approaches that support learner development while maintaining an efficient clinical workflow.
Learning Objectives
- Describe effective strategies for orienting learners to the clinical environment and setting clear expectations.
- Apply techniques for delivering constructive, timely, and actionable feedback to learners in clinical settings.
- Identify approaches to maintain patient flow and operational efficiency while incorporating teaching into daily practice.
Moderator

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

Tom Benzoni, DO
Brittany Jensen, MD
Assistant Professor, Primary Care, Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences
Medical Student Clerkship Director, UnityPoint Health

Noreen O'Shea, DO
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Recording date: June 3, 2026
Date of original release: June 3, 2026
Most recent review/update: June 3, 2026
Termination date: June 2, 2029
Available Credit
- 0.75 CE Contact Hour(s)

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