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A Structured, Competency-Based Framework For Aspiring Cardiothoracic Surgeons, Adham Ahmed, Samantha Colon, Gianna J. Dafflisio, Purab Kothari, Nina Uzoigwe, Alice Zhou, Juli Buchwald, Betemariam Sharew, Carter Glenn, Steven Medvedovsky, Justin Olivera, Ryan Kramer, Gabrielle Colon, Jonathan M. Tomasko, Sara J. Pereira, Mara Antonoff, Marc Pelletier, Irbaz Hameed

Student Papers, Posters & Projects

OBJECTIVE: Cardiothoracic surgery requires mastery of a broad knowledge base and advanced skillset to manage critically ill patients. Although competency-based assessment frameworks have been developed in several specialties, there remains a paucity of resources to guide practical progression for early cardiothoracic surgical trainees.

METHODS: Members of the Thoracic Surgery Residents Association, Thoracic Surgery Medical Student Association, and attending cardiothoracic surgeons with a strong track record of surgical education were invited to share their insights and experiences. A structured, milestone-driven roadmap was developed on the basis of their contributions.

RESULTS: We developed a structured, competency-based framework for early surgical trainees, with …

Association Between End-Of-Third-Year Objective Structured Clinical Examinations And Accreditation Council For Graduate Medical Education Milestones During Intern Year, Katherine Berg, Jillian Zavodnick, Dianna Cheney-Peters, Heather Heiman, Sally Santen, Yoon Soo Park, Anita Wilson

Department of Medicine Faculty Papers

BACKGROUND: The Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) administered in medical schools have increased in importance with the elimination of United States Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) Step 2 Clinical Skills (CS).

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to understand the association between student performance on an end-of-third-year OSCE and performance in residency.

METHODS: This study explored the correlations between OSCE performance and relevant Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) milestone 1.0 performance. This study included students’ scores from 139 Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC) students who completed an end-of-third-year OSCE during 2015 and 2016 and completed an intern year …

2025 October 21 - Medical Student Education Committee Retreat Minutes, Medical Student Education Committee, East Tennessee State University

Medical Student Education Committee Minutes

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A Global Overview Of Anatomical Science Education And Its Present And Future Role In Biomedical Curricula, Michael Hortsch, Virginia Claudia Carneiro Girão-Carmona, Ana Caroline Rocha De Melo Leite, Ilias P. Nikas, Margaret K. Gatumu, Nii Koney Kwaku Koney, Benjamin Arko-Boham, Doris George Yohannan, Aswathy Maria Oommen, Yan Li, Jian Yang, Alexandra F. Trollope, Amanda J. Meyer, Sonya E. Van Nuland

School of Medicine Faculty Publications

The four main anatomical sciences, gross anatomy, histology, neuroanatomy, and embryology, are fundamental subjects for most health professionals and biomedical students. Usually taught as part of preclinical basic science training, the anatomical sciences provide a structural understanding of human or animal bodies at both macroscopic and microscopic levels. This overview characterizes how the anatomical sciences are currently taught around the globe, highlighting similarities, differences, and recent curricular transformations that were partially in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Globally, educators of the anatomical sciences navigate similar pressures, including expectations of curricular integration and reduced time for anatomical teaching. Student-centered teaching approaches …

“The Gout: A Medical Microcosm In A Changing World”, Dorian Haskard

History of Medicine Seminar

Topics discussed in this session:

• The Gout in the Eighteenth Century
• Food availability
• Gout as a modern medical microcosm
• Causes of hyperuricaemia and gout

Intouch Week Of October 20, 2025, New York Medical College

InTouch

• New Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program Established
• Building Bridges for Better Health
• Fire Safety Training Events for Students, Faculty, and Staff
• TCDM Prepares Dental Professionals to Meet New Mexico’s Evolving Needs
• In the Community-NYMC Advances Children’s Environmental Health Initiatives Across New York State
• Alumni Spotlight: Deena Casiero, M.D. '06, Advancing the Game of College Sports Medicine

Pcornet’S Patient Advisory Councils Relevance To Research, Toni Hill

Mountain Plains Business Conference

This presentation will provide an overview of the UNMC award and UNK sub-award with the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Network (PCORnet) specific to the research of patient and family-focused research using the Patient Advisory Council (PAC) framework. The UNMC PCORnet project is now in Phase 4 (2025 – 2029). This four-year, $13,500,000 project includes 14 partner organizations as part of the Great Plains Collaborative (GPC) with data from 8.9 million unique individuals across 14 states. This presentation will begin a discussion related to the uniqueness of patient engagement, community engagement, and Patient Advisory Council engagement.

Developing Empathy In Paramedic Students Using Didactic And Deliberate Practice Education Programs: A Mixed-Methods Study, Nick J. Waltrich, Jade Sheen Phd, Mathew Ling, Melissa O'Shea

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Paramedics often attend to patients presenting with a mental illness, however research suggests paramedics have difficulties when attending to this patient cohort. Conversely, clinical psychologists receive training that focuses on developing strong therapeutic relationships with their patients through the use of empathy. As research has highlighted that paramedic students are known to demonstrate low levels of empathy, this study aimed to investigate the utility of two education methods used in clinical psychology training, didactic teaching and deliberate practice (DP), to develop the skill of empathy in paramedic students. Method: Students currently enrolled in an Australian paramedic university degree were …

Printing The Future: A Collaborative Approach To Integrating 3d Printing In Physical Therapy Education, Amanda L. Thomas, Teresa Munecas, Andreina Lander, Amber Sivalls, Abigail Tong, Tyler Turner, Lauren Butler

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Integrating 3D printing into healthcare education presents an opportunity to enhance learning, foster innovation, and address challenges in patient care. This study explores a collaborative approach to incorporating 3D printing into a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program through interdisciplinary partnerships with biomedical engineering, architecture, and immersive studio technologies. The study's primary aim was to provide DPT students with hands-on experience in designing and creating 3D printed adaptive devices for individuals with unique healthcare needs while encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration to enhance innovation and problem-solving. The initiative was structured around a series of pilot projects embedded in the DPT curriculum, focusing …

Eye On The Prize: Expanding Student Awareness Of Optometry As A Profession, Lorena Flores-Hernandez

MedEd Teaching Certificate Program

The proposed Doctor of Optometry program at UTRGV has the potential to positively enhance the ocular health of our communities. Implementing an outreach program highlighting a career path in optometry will be essential for the future of eyecare in the Rio Grande Valley.

According to data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the optometric workforce is projected to grow over the next decade. The increased demand for optometrists is related to multiple factors including an aging population with chronic diseases and a nationwide shortage of ophthalmology practitioners.

Nationally, the Optometry Gives Me Life campaign, launched by the Association of …

Ethical Care Is Excellent Care: Exploring How Dentists Can Approach Treating Visually Impaired Patients Through Different Ethical Frameworks, Elizabeth Gershater

Journal of the American College of Dentists

The Ozar-Hasegawa Annual Student Ethics Award recognizes an outstanding scholarly submission in dental ethics, published annually in the Journal of the American College of Dentists (JACD). This article highlights the winning work, selected for its significant contribution to advancing ethical reflection and professional responsibility in dentistry.

Upholding The Social Contract In A Profit-Driven System, Kamyar Sartipi

Journal of the American College of Dentists

The Ozar-Hasegawa Annual Student Ethics Award recognizes an outstanding scholarly submission in dental ethics, published annually in the Journal of the American College of Dentists (JACD). This article highlights the winning work, selected for its significant contribution to advancing ethical reflection and professional responsibility in dentistry.

The Ethical Imperative Of Preserving Federal Oversight In Academic Dentistry, Jennifer Talley, Linda Olszewski

Journal of the American College of Dentists

This article argues that federal oversight of academic dentistry by the US Department of Education (DOE) is essential to maintaining academic quality, professional standards, financial accessibility, and ethical governance. It examines the role of the DOE in the accreditation process, preserving access to financial aid, ensuring licensure eligibility, and upholding civil rights protections. The authors contend that proposals to dismantle the DOE risk undermining quality assurance, public trust, and equitable access to the profession. Without viable alternatives, preserving federal oversight remains an ethical imperative to protect students, patients, and the integrity of the dental profession.

Digital Media, Truth Decay, And The Inversion Of Trust In Science, Nicholas Mosca

Journal of the American College of Dentists

Digital media enables the rapid dissemination of scientific oral health information from subject experts to the public. However, it also poses significant risks by facilitating the dissemination of misinformation and disinformation, thereby blurring the boundaries between truth and fallacy. This paper characterizes the decay of scientific truth in policymaking, characterized by increased public debate about scientific facts and a decline in confidence in science. It describes psychological mechanisms, such as confirmation bias and motivated reasoning, and social dynamics, including algorithm-driven content distribution and echo chambers, that accelerate the circulation of misleading science information. It suggests psychological interventions to counter misinformation, …

Ethical Dilemmas Surrounding Community Water Fluoridation, Roopwant Kaur, Herminio Perez, Mark Moss

Journal of the American College of Dentists

Since the 1950s, community water fluoridation (CWF) has stood as a cornerstone of dental public health. However, a growing amount of public scrutiny necessitates reflection on the ethical basis for coming to a firm position on the topic. Aside from CWF, fluoride in the form of ingestible supplements has recently been identified as a concern by the US Food and Drug Administration. Indeed, it is challenging to wade through the facts, opinions, misinformation, and policy shifts. This article examines the ethical dilemmas that surround CWF through the lens of the American Dental Association (ADA) Principles of Ethics and Code of …

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Journal of the American College of Dentists

The Journal of the American College of Dentists (JACD) publishes scholarly articles, editorials, essays, and reflections addressing the ethical, professional, and social dimensions of dentistry. The Journal serves as a forum for advancing ethics, professionalism, leadership, and excellence within the dental community. By fostering dialogue across disciplines and perspectives, JACD provides readers with insights that encourage ethical, professional practice, lifelong learning, and service to the public, reinforcing dentistry’s commitment to advancing oral healthcare and the common good.

Emotional Intelligence Training Correlates With Medical Students’ Apprehension Of Ai In Healthcare: A Single-Institution, Observational Study, Austin P. Runde, Shambhavi Mishra, Marina Feffer, Ramzan Shahid

School of Medicine

Background: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare is becoming increasingly widespread. While AI has been touted to improve many aspects of the field, its potential to undermine the doctor-patient relationship has also been recognized. It is not known what future physicians believe regarding the potential effects of AI on physicians' professional relationships. It is also unknown whether formal training in emotional intelligence (EI) and resilience strategies influences medical students' opinions on the use of AI in healthcare.

Objective: To ascertain medical students’ opinion on the potential impact of AI on various EI-related aspects of healthcare, such as its …

Teaching Medical English To Non-Native Speakers Involved In Healthcare: A Review Of Challenges, Practical Solutions, And Implications, Elisa Nsanzimana

Journal Of Indian Physician Associates

Background Teaching medical English to non-native speakers presents challenges that go beyond standard English language instruction. These include specialized medical vocabulary, complex syntax, and the crucial role of culturally appropriate communication in healthcare settings. Such factors can negatively impact learning outcomes and the quality of patient care.

Objective This review aims to identify the key challenges faced by non-native speakers in learning medical English and explore practical, evidence-based solutions to address these obstacles.

Methodology This is a narrative review conducted to review the various literature concerning medical English teaching for non-native speakers. PubMed, Google Scholar, and Web of Science were …

Experiences And Motivations Of Community Volunteers Engaging With A Longitudinal Experiential Interprofessional Education Program, Kathryn Nunes, Nethra S. Ankam, Anne B. Mitchell, Brooke Salzman, Shreyas Chandragiri, Eleanor Matthews, Richard W. Hass, Maria Brucato

Department of Medicine Faculty Papers

This mixed-methods study investigated the motivations and experiences of Health Mentors (HMs), community volunteers with chronic health conditions who participated in the Health Mentors Program at Thomas Jefferson University (HMP). During the 18-month three-module program, HMs work with interprofessional teams of healthcare students as they learn about teaming principles and experiences of patients living with chronic conditions. 73 HMs whose time volunteering for HMP ranged from 1 to 15 years completed a survey following module 2 in the Spring of 2020. The survey consisted of quantitative and qualitative questions regarding why they participate, their experiences with the program, and its …

The Effect Of A 50-Mile Ultra-Marathon Race On Arterial Stiffness, N Bearup, V Cave, Z Climenhaga, M Baxter, K Dames, J Parks

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Acute Effects Of Action Observation Perspective On Lower Limb Strength, E Beinstein, F Saechao, Z Pourhatami, R Dimaio, K Harmon

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Sickle Cell Disease Increases Glycolytic Muscle Fiber Proportions While Impairing Muscular Strength In Mice, E Bota, M Da Silva, C Hart, D Kim, S Kuzmiak-Glancy, S Prior

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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No Effects Of Acute Refueling Composition On Soccer Athlete Motivation Measures During Pre-Season Training, N Bruan, D Ebert, D Williams, J Nelligan, W Braun Facsm

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Comparing Virtual Reality Derived-Bess Scores And Human Evaluation Scores, A Breneman, L Custer

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Arterial Stiffness, Theta Oscillations In Resting State Eeg, And Neurovascular Coupling In Young Adults, S Brice, A Rios, S Downing, T Shadat, K Kuwahara, S Troller-Renfree, K Heffernan

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Upf Consumption And Type 2 Diabetes Risk In Middle-Aged Adults On A Controlled Diet, B Capra, S Hudson, K Phillips, E Marinik, E Laskaridou, A Johnson, E Wilson, M Dong, L David, J Salva, V Hedrick, K Davy Facsm, B Davy Facsm

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Large Artery Stiffness And Neurovascular Coupling Across The Lifespan: Impact Of Age And Sex, J Cassette, S Brice, A Rios, K Kuwahara, W Lefferts, K Heffernan

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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The Effect Of A 50-Mile Ultra-Marathon Race On Autonomic Modulation, V Cave, N Bearup, M Baxter, Z Climenhaga, K Dames, J Parks

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Impact Of Core Strengthening On Walking Endurance And Fall Risk Perception In Adults Over 65, M Cencetti, N Evanosky, V Fama, B Kelley, C Mcnamara, M Nicholson, J Tanis

International Journal of Exercise Science: Conference Proceedings

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Impact Of Seasonal Exercise Training On Cardiometabolic Risk In Adults With Obesity, I Chee, E Heiston, S Malin Facsm

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