Talking to an AI Patient Helped Health Students Learn More Than Reading About One, Study Finds A randomized trial at the Medical University of South Carolina, published today in JMIR Nursing, compared interactive virtual patients with traditional written case studies. For generations, students in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and other health professions have learned patient care partly through written case studies: a page describing a fictional patient, followed by questions

What a turnout! The whole Figment team left INACSL grateful for every conversation and every educator who leaned in to talk about the future of clinical learning. This community does not just show up. It cares deeply about doing right by students, and that energy was everywhere this year. The whole event was a reminder that simulation education is, at its core, a community of practice. And to close the loop on our Apple Watch drawing, congratulations to our winner: Erica Perr

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Digital simulation is transforming how health professionals learn and practice their skills. With advances in technology, simulation offers a safe, flexible, and effective way to prepare students and practitioners for real-world clinical challenges. This post explores five key reasons why digital simulation deserves a larger role in health professional education today. Medical student practicing clinical skills with virtual reality simulation 1. Safe Environment for Learning

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Nursing students face a demanding curriculum that requires sharp focus and constant attention. Yet, many struggle to stay engaged during long lectures and complex lessons. Distractions, fatigue, and stress often pull their attention away, making it harder to absorb critical information. Understanding why nursing students lose focus and how to address these challenges can improve learning outcomes and reduce frustration. Nursing student focused on study materials in classroom

The Sloppy Mountain Medical Center game was used in UNC Classrooms. https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/orange-county-news/unc-class-te...

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