Divisions
Simulation
The USF Health Emergency Medicine Simulation Division, located within the USF Health Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS), is dedicated to advancing healthcare education through innovative simulation-based training. CAMLS is recognized globally as one of the largest and most comprehensive freestanding simulation centers, offering unparalleled resources and expertise in the field.
The division plays a pivotal role in enhancing interprofessional education and improving patient safety by providing a broad array of simulation modalities and educational interventions. These include hands-on training, high-fidelity simulations, and multidisciplinary team exercises designed to replicate real-life medical scenarios. The division's work is instrumental in preparing healthcare professionals to respond effectively to complex clinical situations.
In collaboration with USF Health CAMLS faculty and staff, the Simulation Division also drives research in simulation-based education, exploring best practices and contributing to the development of new training methodologies. Additionally, the division offers a prestigious fellowship program to train the next generation of leaders in healthcare simulation.
Through its commitment to innovation and excellence, the USF Health Emergency Medicine Simulation Division is at the forefront of transforming healthcare education and advancing the future of medical training.
For more information, click here to visit the CAMLS Site.
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Normaliz Rodriguez, MD, FAAPNormaliz Rodriguez, MD, FAAPFellowship Simulation Director
Assistant Medical Director, USF Health CAMLS -
Yasuharu Okuda, MDYasuharu Okuda, MDProfessor
CEO, Executive Director,
USF Health CAMLS
Associate Vice President,
Interprofessional
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Nicole Rettig, MDNicole Rettig, MDResidency Simulation Director, USF Health CAMLS
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Luis E. Llerena, MD, FACS, CHSE-ALuis E. Llerena, MD, FACS, CHSE-AMedical Director USF Health CAMLS
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Melissa Milner, DNP, MSN-Ed, RNMelissa Milner, DNP, MSN-Ed, RNDirector, Clinical Simulation USF Health CAMLS
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Colleen Reiner, EdM, PMPColleen Reiner, EdM, PMPDirector, Education & Research Administration, USF Health CAMLS
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Shannon Bailey, PHDShannon Bailey, PHDSr. Human Factors Scientist, USF Health CAMLS
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Amanda Priddy, MDAmanda Priddy, MDSimulation Fellow 2024-2025
USF Health CAMLS