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center for simulated patient care

 

The Center for Simulated Patient Care provides students with the opportunity to immerse themselves in real-life inpatient spaces, operating rooms, and ambulatory settings through an experiential approach. This innovative teaching method utilizes simulation-based education, which has been proven to reinforce clinical knowledge, improve team communication, and enhance decision-making skills.

 

The center's full-body simulation manikins provide real-time physiological responses and feedback, allowing students to interact with advanced technology and develop the necessary skills in a safe and controlled environment. The use of simulation-based education provides a powerful tool for hands-on training, preparing learners for real clinical settings and patient interactions by promoting critical thinking and teamwork.

UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
HANDS-ON
experience

 

Hands-on learning has a significant impact on basic science students by enhancing their understanding, retention, and application of scientific concepts.

 

  • Deeper Understanding
  • Increased Retention
  • Development of Practical Skills
  • Enhanced Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Increased Engagement and Motivation
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Improved Confidence
RESEARCH BENEFITS

The Center for Simulated Patient Care at UAG supports both education and research, promoting innovation in medical education through advanced pedagogical tools. It enables the development and testing of new diagnostic and therapeutic techniques using diverse simulators and scenarios, helping improve treatments for various pathologies. This research drives progress in medicine and healthcare sciences, advancing clinical practices worldwide.
LEARNING BENEFITS

 

Simulation-based education at UAG helps students develop key skills like teamwork, professionalism, and communication, while applying scientific knowledge to real-world medical scenarios. During simulated exercises, students collaborate, offer feedback, and refine their techniques under the guidance of experienced faculty. This hands-on approach prepares students for clinical clerkships and sets the foundation for lifelong learning as future physicians.

OUR FACILITIES

 

The Center for Simulated Patient Care at UAG is equipped with advanced facilities to provide immersive, hands-on medical training.

  • ER/OR Suites: Equipped with a fully operational operating room that simulates real-world surgical environments.
  • Labor and Delivery Room (L&D): Features an obstetrics bed, fetal heart monitor, and exam lights, creating a realistic labor and delivery experience for medical training.
  • Simulation Control Rooms: Separated from scenario rooms by a one-way mirror, allowing instructors to observe and manage scenarios without distracting students.
  • Audio/Visual Recording System: Provides real-time audio-visual recording of simulations, enabling detailed feedback and assessment of student performance.

PATIENT SIMULATORS

  • Women’s and men’s adult upper and lower torso
  • Venous & Arterial access trainers
  • Airway trainer
  • CPR Family simulator
  • High fidelity adult patient simulator (Male and Female)
  • Cardiopulmonary patient simulator
  • Multi-Venous IV training arms
  • Virtual Reality OCULUS
SimMan
The SimMan is a cutting-edge, high-fidelity simulator that is capable of simulating a wide range of symptoms. This sophisticated piece of equipment is designed to facilitate the development of critical communication skills among students in their interactions with patients and to provide comprehensive training.
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
SimMom
SIMMOM is a sophisticated, high-fidelity obstetrics simulator that has been designed to replicate the complexity and variability of real-world birthing scenarios. With the capability to perform both manual and automatic births. SIMMOM can simulate a range of neurological and physiological symptoms that students may encounter in clinical practice, thereby enabling them to develop and refine their diagnostic and treatment skills.
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
SAM
SAM is an advanced auscultation manikin designed to help medical students develop their skills in detecting normal and pathological sounds. With a library of over 35 cardiac sounds, 27 pulmonary sounds, and more, SAM provides audio and EKG visual feedback, giving students a comprehensive understanding of patient conditions. It also features a carotid pulse for practicing tactile skills, making it an essential tool for mastering auscultation.
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
LITTLE FAMILY QCPR
Our Little Family QCPR manikins offer an ideal way to master CPR techniques with real-time, monitored feedback. This set includes adult, junior, and baby models, allowing medical students to practice on different age groups and receive accurate feedback on their performance, thanks to the realistic anatomical features of each manikin.
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
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OCULUS
The OCULUS integrates with a virtual reality program to provide medical students with an immersive and interactive experience featuring clinical and anatomical cases. This cutting-edge technology allows students to explore complex medical scenarios in a simulated environment, closely mirroring real-life situations for enhanced learning.
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
UAG School of Medicine Simulation Center
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the UAG Center for Simulated Patient Care?
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The UAG Simulation Center is a world-class facility designed to provide students with hands-on medical training through advanced simulation technology. It recreates real-life medical scenarios to help students practice clinical skills and decision-making in a controlled, risk-free environment.
What kind of simulations are available at the CSD?
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The CSD offers high-fidelity simulations for various medical scenarios, including trauma care, surgical procedures, obstetrics, and emergency medicine. These simulations use advanced manikins and real-time monitoring to closely mimic real-life situations.
How does simulation-based learning benefit medical students?
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Simulation-based learning allows students to practice clinical skills, decision-making, and teamwork in a risk-free environment. It helps students build confidence, improve patient care skills, and prepare for real-world medical challenges.

How do simulations enhance medical education?

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Simulations allow students to apply their theoretical knowledge to practical situations, improving their clinical reasoning, technical skills, and teamwork. This hands-on experience ensures that students are well-prepared for real-world medical challenges without any risk to patient safety.
What technologies are used in the CSD?
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The center features advanced simulation technologies such as high-fidelity mannequins, virtual reality, and real-time diagnostic tools. These technologies replicate realistic patient responses and provide detailed feedback on performance.
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