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Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

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Special issue on interprofessional education and care.

Kevin J Lyons¹, Carolyn Giordano

¹Center for Collaborative Research, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, USA. kevin.lyons@jefferson.edu.

Journal of Allied Health

|December 22, 2010

Summary

This special issue addresses interprofessional education (IPE) and interprofessional care (IPC), highlighting their growing global importance. It aims to identify key initiatives in IPE and IPC, despite the abundance of available reports.

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Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Published on: August 9, 2024

Area of Science:

Healthcare Education
Global Health Initiatives
Interprofessional Collaboration

Background:

The Journal's last special themed issue was published 12 years ago, focusing on a 1997 World Congress.
The field of interprofessional education (IPE) and interprofessional care (IPC) has gained significant global attention since then.
This special issue aims to address the growing importance of IPE and IPC, which have not been specifically highlighted in recent years.

Discussion:

The increasing focus on interprofessional approaches necessitates a dedicated examination.
Selecting key initiatives from a vast number of global reports and programs presents a challenge.
The issue seeks to identify the most impactful and noteworthy IPE and IPC efforts.

Key Insights:

Interprofessional education and care are critical areas receiving increased international attention.
There is a wealth of information on IPE and IPC implementation worldwide.
The challenge lies in discerning and highlighting the most significant advancements.

Outlook:

This issue will provide focused insights into the current landscape of interprofessional education and care.
It aims to guide future research and practice by identifying exemplary initiatives.
The content will be valuable for educators, practitioners, and policymakers in the health sector globally.