Insights on Healthcare Simulation with Dr. Victoria Brazil
Episode 81: Dr. Victoria Brazil, an esteemed emergency physician and renowned medical educator, delves into her passion for utilizing simulation to enhance healthcare outcomes. Dr. Brazil discusses how simulation not only sharpens clinical skills but also fosters high-performance teamwork. She shares insights from her extensive experience, illustrating how simulation-based training can bridge gaps in communication and coordination among healthcare professionals. Dr. Brazil’s commitment to advancing medical education through innovative simulation techniques shines throughout the episode, offering valuable perspectives for both clinicians and educators.
I think it’s both a problem and an opportunity that people don’t have a clear idea of what simulation is, because it’s many things that maybe what they share in common is very narrow, but the breadth of what they can achieve is very wide. – Dr. Victoria Brazil
My special guest is Dr. Victoria Brazil.
Dr. Victoria Brazil is a distinguished professional in the healthcare and simulation fields. With a background in emergency medicine and healthcare improvement, she has been influential on the impact of simulation in healthcare, stress management, and teamwork. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of healthcare improvement, Dr. Brazil brings a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the podcast. Her unique perspective highlights the potential of simulation-based training to transform and elevate healthcare practices.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Discover the impact of simulation-based training for enhanced skills and confidence.
- Explore the role of simulation in addressing PTSD and promoting mental well-being among healthcare professionals.
- Unlock the potential of design thinking to drive meaningful improvements in healthcare practices.
The resource mentioned in this episode:
- Simulation Reconnect, a healthcare simulation and technology conference in Australia, held in November at Bond University.
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