The Sim Cafe~
Discussions on innovative ideas for simulation and reimagining the use of simulation in clinical education. We discuss current trends in simulation with amazing guests from across the globe. Sit back, grab your favorite beverage and tune in to The Sim Cafe~
The Sim Cafe~
Latest Episodes
Dr. Adrienne Wilk- If Learners Do Not Feel Safe They Cannot Learn
Learners don’t fail in simulation because the mannequin is “too real” or the scenario is “too hard.” They shut down when they don’t feel safe. We sit down with Adrienne Wilk, CHSE, CHSOS, a nurse educator, simulation leader, and nationally reco...
Dr. Marie Gilbert A Leap of Faith Into Healthcare Simulation
We talk with Dr. Marie Gilbert about the leaps, pivots, and partnerships that turned a pediatric ICU nurse educator into a healthcare simulation leader. We also dig into mentorship, the SSH Ascend program, and why competency-based education nee...
Who Gets To Lead In Clinical Simulation with Cheryl Camacho & Dawn Swiderski
Leadership in healthcare simulation doesn’t always come with a title or a roadmap. One day you’re an educator or clinician, and the next day you’re responsible for staffing, budgets, accreditation prep, outcomes, and the long list of “Can you a...
A Chaplain’s Guide To Healthy Grieving After Loss - Kathy Gingrich
Grief doesn’t follow a straight line, and it doesn’t only come after a funeral. We talk with chaplain Kathy Gingrich about what grief really looks like in real life and in healthcare, starting with a tender, honest story from Deb about saying g...
Simulation Mentorship That Matters with Jason Konzelmann
Simulation isn’t just about cool equipment or a perfect scenario. It’s about building repeatable, trustworthy learning and assessment systems that make clinical education safer, fairer, and more effective. We sit down with Jason Conselman, Dire...