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Program in Human Simulation

The purpose of the Program in Human Simulation is to provide a safe, non-threatening environment to teach, enhance and assess the knowledge, skills, and behaviors of health care providers using (primarily) standardized patients.

What is a Standardized Patient (SP)?

An SP is an individual trained to portray a patient, family member, health care team member, etc. They are employed for purposes of training and/or assessing health care professionals (for example, medical students, residents, nurses) related to interviewing, physical exam, communication, and interpersonal skills.

The Program in Human Simulation is seeking individuals interested in participating in the education of medical students and other healthcare providers. Interested? Learn more.