Inquiry to Impact: Virtual Session: Systems Thinking in Medical Education Across the Continuum

The Office of Educational Affairs, in collaboration with TEACH, is excited to present the next session in our Inquiry to Impact series, an initiative designed to advance pedagogical excellence in medical education. This series aligns with VTCSOM’s commitment to developing patient-centered physicians who are systems citizens, scientist physicians, and lifelong master adaptive learners.
Join us for an interactive virtual interview featuring:
- Dr. Ami DeWaters, Director of the Health Systems Science Office and Associate Professor of Medicine at Penn State University
- Dr. James Reilly, Regional Associate Dean for Allegheny Programs, Designated Institutional Official for Allegheny Health Network GME, and Professor of Medicine at Drexel University College of Medicine
This session will explore systems thinking as a fundamental framework for addressing complex challenges in medical education and healthcare delivery. Recognizing systems thinking as both a set of tools and a philosophy for medical educators across the undergraduate to graduate medical education continuum.
Virtual Session: Systems Thinking in Medical Education Across the Continuum
- Tuesday, March 18, 12:00-1:00 PM
- Virtual: Via Zoom – (Join Here)
- Meeting ID: 812 3946 9592 | Passcode: 299973
- Registration: Not Required
- CME Accredited
Session Outcomes:
- Define the foundational framework of systems thinking within and beyond healthcare
- Recognize systems thinking as both an approach and a mindset for navigating complex adaptive challenges
- Identify practical tools for applying systems thinking to medical education and healthcare delivery
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.