Inquiry to Impact: Health Systems Science in Medical Education and Care Delivery

The Office of Educational Affairs, in collaboration with TEACH, is excited to present the next session in our Inquiry to Impact series, this session explores the relationship between Systems Thinking, Systems-Based Practice, and Health Systems Science (HSS), introducing practical tools for analyzing complex challenges. Through real-world case studies, it emphasizes the importance of systems-based problem-solving in enhancing quality, efficiency, and outcomes. Additionally, it examines evaluation methods to align education with broader system improvements
In-Person Session: Health Systems Science in Medical Education and Care Delivery
- Wednesday, April 16, 12:00-1:00 PM (Lunch Provided)
- Location: 2 Riverside Circle, M210
- Registration Required: Registration Link
- Deadline to Register is April 9
- CME Accredited
Session Outcomes:
- Describe Systems Thinking and the relationship to Systems-Based Practice and Health Systems Science.
- Practice two Systems Thinking tools.
- Habits of a Systems Thinker
- Iceberg
- Apply a Systems Thinking lens and the principles of Systems Thinking to medical education and clinical examples.
For questions about the Inquiry to Impact Series, please contact Alaina Guerry, Manager, Office of Educational Affairs at malaina@vt.edu.
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*The Medical Society of Virginia is a member of the Southern States CME Collaborative, an ACCME Recognized Accreditor.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Southern States CME Collaborative (SSCC) through the joint providership of Carilion Clinic's CME Program and Carilion Clinic Office of Continuing Professional Development. Carilion Clinic's CME Program is accredited by the SSCC to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Carilion Clinic's CME Program designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM.
Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.