Perspectives

Blending Virtual and In-Person Simulation Encounters to Teach Clinical Skills to Preclerkship Medical Students during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Authors: Danielle E. Weber, MD, MEd, Anne Kalscheuer, MHA, Jacqueline Fiore, BS, Diana Soto Contreras, BA, Vickie Symmes, , Matthew Kelleher, MD, MEd

Abstract

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has required significant innovation because of the physical distancing requirements and decreased in-person activities. Creative solutions were needed throughout medical education, but particularly in courses teaching students history taking, communication, and physical examination skills. These unique adaptations to delivering education have advanced the understanding in medical education of how to use technology, expand pedagogical skills, and create new opportunities for students to learn.1,2 We share our experience innovating in this perspective to highlight lessons learned.
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