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The Sim Cafe~
Deb Tauber
162 episodes
1 week ago
Send us a text A near-drowning in the Norwegian fjords set a family on a path that would change how the world learns to save lives. We sit down with Jon Laerdal, Chief Product Officer at Laerdal Medical, to explore the unlikely journey from toy design to Resusci Anne, from classroom CPR to on‑the‑unit practice that measurably improves survival. Jon pulls back the curtain on how evidence and guidelines have shaped Laerdal’s resuscitation portfolio and why RQI—Resuscitation Quality Improvement...
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Send us a text A near-drowning in the Norwegian fjords set a family on a path that would change how the world learns to save lives. We sit down with Jon Laerdal, Chief Product Officer at Laerdal Medical, to explore the unlikely journey from toy design to Resusci Anne, from classroom CPR to on‑the‑unit practice that measurably improves survival. Jon pulls back the curtain on how evidence and guidelines have shaped Laerdal’s resuscitation portfolio and why RQI—Resuscitation Quality Improvement...
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Business,
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Entrepreneurship
Episodes (20/162)
The Sim Cafe~
From Toy Maker To Lifesaver: How Laerdal Scaled CPR, Simulation, And Global Health Impact
Send us a text A near-drowning in the Norwegian fjords set a family on a path that would change how the world learns to save lives. We sit down with Jon Laerdal, Chief Product Officer at Laerdal Medical, to explore the unlikely journey from toy design to Resusci Anne, from classroom CPR to on‑the‑unit practice that measurably improves survival. Jon pulls back the curtain on how evidence and guidelines have shaped Laerdal’s resuscitation portfolio and why RQI—Resuscitation Quality Improvement...
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1 week ago
31 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Thought Leaders, Dr. Pam Jeffries & Dr. Lennox Huang with One Mission: Transform Healthcare Simulation Worldwide
Send us a text What happens when you take simulation out of the lab and put it at the center of global health strategy? We sit down with Dr. Pam Jeffries and Dr. Lennox Huang—co‑chairs of the Global Network for Simulation in Healthcare (GNSH)—to unpack how thought leadership, diversity, and real‑world constraints are reshaping the field for measurable impact. We dig into what sets GNSH apart from traditional associations: no vendor floor, no siloed tracks, and a laser focus on big system cha...
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2 weeks ago
46 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Finding Your Healthcare Niche: Katie Cushman's Journey in Simulation Technology
Send us a text Katie Cushman, Simulation Operations Specialist at Atrium Health, shares her journey from nursing student to healthcare simulation professional and how finding her niche in simulation technology combines her passions for healthcare, education, and technology. • Transitioned from nursing school to pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Simulation after realizing bedside nursing wasn't the right fit • Gained first meaningful exposure to simulation technology at a human-patie...
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3 weeks ago
27 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
From Philosophy Degree to Simulation Leadership: Matt Needler's Journey
Send us a text Matt Needler shares his journey from combat medic and philosophy major to becoming Director of Operations at Belmont University's 60,000-square-foot simulation center, where he oversees high-fidelity simulation experiences across healthcare disciplines. • Started in simulation by chance after seeing a job opening while working in physical therapy • Advanced from technician to coordinator to director roles across multiple institutions • Holds dual CHSOS and CHSE certifications,...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Confronting Incivility: Dr. Cynthia Clark's Blueprint for Healthier Workplaces
Send us a text Dr. Cynthia Clark opens up about the hidden epidemic affecting healthcare environments nationwide: workplace incivility. Drawing from decades of research and practical experience, she paints a compelling picture of how seemingly minor behaviors like eye-rolling or walking away mid-conversation can create serious patient safety risks when they occur in clinical settings. What makes this conversation particularly illuminating is Dr. Clark's nuanced understanding of workplace dyn...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Building a Unified Simulation Program: Lessons from Canada's BCIT
Send us a text The BCIT simulation team shares their transformative journey from siloed departments to a unified center of excellence, culminating in their recent SSH accreditation as Canada's fourth accredited program. Carrie Meager and Heather Epp reveal how leadership support, psychological safety, and human-centered approaches created their successful simulation community. • Evolution from fragmented lab-based learning across 11 buildings to a coordinated simulation program with standard...
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3 months ago
36 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Behind the Mask: A Critical Look at Emergency Preparedness in Dental Practices
Send us a text Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardmarn/ Readiness quiz: https://emergency.scoreapp.com/ A staggering statistic opens this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Richard Marn: one person per day dies in the United States due to medical emergencies that begin in dental offices. As a board-certified anesthesiologist with decades of experience, Dr. Marn reveals the critical safety gaps in dental practices and how his journey from academic medicine to founding Blue Pacific Me...
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3 months ago
34 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Right Action, Wrong Thinking: Dr. Dreifurst's Journey into Simulation Pedagogy
Send us a text Dr. Kristina Dreifurst explains how her revolutionary Debriefing for Meaningful Learning (DML) model enhances clinical reasoning among nursing students through structured debriefing techniques that focus on the relationship between thinking and action. She shares her journey from using early Mrs. Chase mannequins as a nursing student to developing a pedagogical approach now utilized in over 500 nursing programs worldwide. • Dr. Dreifurst's simulation journey began in the 1980s...
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4 months ago
32 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
The Lou Oberndorf Story: Pioneering Medical Simulation
Send us a text Lou Oberndorf's vision transformed healthcare education forever. As founder of Medical Education Technologies (METI), he brought simulation technology from aerospace into medical training when educators were still relying on centuries-old teaching methods. "Medicine has been practicing on us for a thousand years and we're done with it," Lou explains, capturing the revolutionary spirit that drove his pioneering work. What makes Oberndorf's story fascinating isn't just the techn...
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5 months ago
37 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Beyond the Mannequin: Dr. Kristen Brown's Journey in Simulation
Send us a text Finding your dream job isn't always a straight path – just ask Dr. Kristen Brown. What began as volunteering to be an "embedded actor" in simulation scenarios designed for medical residents transformed into a career-defining passion that now shapes healthcare education at Johns Hopkins and beyond. Dr. Brown takes us behind the scenes as Associate Dean for Simulation and Immersive Learning at Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, where she's pioneered simulation education across all...
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5 months ago
24 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
How HealthPartners Built a Culture of Simulation Excellence
Send us a text What happens when simulation breaks free from hospital walls and becomes embedded throughout an entire healthcare system? Ryan Aga and Don Brock reveal the remarkable transformation at Health Partners, where simulation has evolved from a training method into a life-saving force reaching 14,000 learners annually across eight hospitals, countless clinics, and even rural communities. Their story unfolds through powerful examples of lives saved, including a cardiac arrest patient ...
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5 months ago
34 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Beyond the Headset: Revolutionizing Medical Education with VR- Dr. Ryan Ribeira
Send us a text What if healthcare professionals could practice high-stakes procedures hundreds of times before ever touching a real patient? Dr. Ryan Ribeira is making this vision a reality through virtual reality medical simulation. As both an emergency physician and the founder of SimX, Ribeira bridges the worlds of clinical practice and technological innovation. His journey began in quality improvement and patient safety, where he recognized that traditional approaches weren't creating th...
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6 months ago
28 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Inside Corporate Roundtable: Bridging Industry and Healthcare Simulation
Send us a text Wendy LaGrange, VP and Managing Director at Wallcur (now part of 3B Scientific), reveals the vital role of the Corporate Roundtable within the Society for Simulation in Healthcare. This behind-the-scenes organization bridges the gap between industry partners and educators to advance healthcare simulation and improve patient outcomes. • Corporate Roundtable serves as the corporate arm of SSH, bringing together approximately 50 companies • Started 15 years ago as a small c...
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6 months ago
26 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Simulation Excellence: A Conversation with INACSL President Ashley Franklin sponsored by UbiSim
Send us a text Ashley Franklin takes us on a fascinating journey through the evolution of healthcare simulation, drawing from her 16 years of experience as a nurse educator who has never taught without simulation technology. As the current president of INACSL (International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning), Ashley offers a unique perspective on how simulation bridges the gap between classroom learning and clinical competence. The conversation buzzes with excitement a...
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6 months ago
20 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Finding Joy Beyond Achievement: Dr. Christine Park's Simulation Journey
Send us a text Dr. Christine Park invites us to reimagine our relationship with achievement, rest, and purpose in this soul-stirring conversation that transcends typical discussions about simulation in healthcare education. The former president of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare shares her remarkable journey from surgery to anesthesiology to simulation leadership, culminating in her decision to embark on an early retirement to pursue coaching. What drives this transformation? A prof...
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7 months ago
29 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
The Journey from Lifeguard to SSH President: Dr. Jared Kutzin's Simulation Story
Send us a text What happens when lifeguard training, soccer refereeing, and healthcare education collide? Dr. Jared Kutzin, current President of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH), reveals how his unconventional journey through hands-on learning environments shaped his understanding of simulation long before he knew the field existed. Dr. Kutzin's story illuminates the power of experiential learning, from his high school days practicing CPR on mannequins to training in burn build...
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7 months ago
34 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Unlocking Simulation Success: Insights from Erin Carn-Bennett
Send us a text Step into the vibrant world of clinical education through simulation with this immersive episode of our podcast! As we engage with Erin, a passionate nurse educator from New Zealand, we delve into the powerful impact that simulation training has on healthcare professionals and patient outcomes. Discover how organizations like the International Pediatric Simulation Society (IPSS) are pivotal in uniting practitioners from around the globe to share invaluable resources and insight...
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8 months ago
28 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Advancing Patient Care Through Translational Simulation: Insights and Strategies
Send us a text What if you could transform patient care with the power of simulation? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Lisa Paganotti from George Washington University, an expert in simulation education, as she shares her inspiring journey from the emergency department to becoming a leader in the field. Lisa unpacks the concept of translational simulation, explaining how it bridges the gap between theoretical learning and practical patient outcomes. With her extensive experience,...
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8 months ago
27 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Revolutionizing Medical Education: Dawn Schocken's Impact on Healthcare Simulation
Send us a text Discover the innovative journey of Dawn Schocken, the dynamic Director of Experiential Learning and Simulation at the University of South Florida's Morsani College of Medicine, as she shares the evolution of medical simulation. You'll be inspired by her relentless pursuit of transforming medical education and her influential leadership within the Society for Simulation and Healthcare. As we explore Dawn's experiences, including her critical role in adapting accreditation proces...
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8 months ago
23 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Uniting Global Expertise: Behind the Scenes of the IMSH 2025 Planning Committee
Send us a text Reflecting on the planning journey of IMSH 2025, the dedicated team shares their experiences, triumphs, and challenges while emphasizing the importance of collaboration and community within the simulation world. Listeners gain insights into theme selection, speaker curation, and the emotional bonds formed throughout the process. • Harnessing diverse expertise in the planning team • Emotional moments of selection and acceptance • Crafting a theme that honors the pas...
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9 months ago
30 minutes

The Sim Cafe~
Send us a text A near-drowning in the Norwegian fjords set a family on a path that would change how the world learns to save lives. We sit down with Jon Laerdal, Chief Product Officer at Laerdal Medical, to explore the unlikely journey from toy design to Resusci Anne, from classroom CPR to on‑the‑unit practice that measurably improves survival. Jon pulls back the curtain on how evidence and guidelines have shaped Laerdal’s resuscitation portfolio and why RQI—Resuscitation Quality Improvement...