SIM Summit Goes to Dallas

Simulation education is not just about learning; it is about advancing healthcare and pushing the boundaries of what training can achieve. As simulation advocates and healthcare professionals, the mission remains clear: improve competency, strengthen communication, and elevate patient outcomes through immersive learning experiences.

SIM Summit Dallas, hosted by Avkin and Texas Woman’s University, delivered precisely that. Held on March October 24th, 2025, the event created a collaborative environment where leaders and learners united to explore innovative methods in simulation-based education.

The day began with networking over breakfast before shifting into high-impact education. Attendees heard from industry pioneer Amy Cowperthwait on “Achieving Radical Change When It Feels Like Your Hands Are Tied,” sparking ideas for transformative growth in challenging environments. Next, Megan Weldon led participants through hands-on character development, expanding their approach to standardized patient realism.

After a brief networking break, Amy returned to present a randomized control trial demonstrating improved learner outcomes with wearable simulators. A tour of the Texas Woman’s University Simulation Center fueled lunchtime conversations, followed by sessions on hybrid simulation featuring wearable technologies, a powerful patient-journey cancer simulation led by Alex Klacman, and the final workshop from Amy focusing on facilitator KSAs for low-volume, high-stakes learners.

Throughout the summit, attendees strengthened their practical abilities while forming valuable professional connections that often lead to continued collaboration long after the event concludes. Each session reinforced the importance of psychological safety, structured debriefing, and the expansion of wearable simulation in modern curricula. Participants left Texas Woman’s University with actionable strategies, renewed motivation, and an energized commitment to advancing healthcare education. SIM Summit Dallas proved that when passionate simulationists gather, innovation follows.

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