Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) are widely used in health professions education as the gold standard for evaluating clinical and communication skills. They combine structured scenarios, standardized patients, and observation checklists to test clinical reasoning, communication, and technical skills under controlled conditions. OSCEs are not only about assessing knowledge and skills; they also lay the … Read more
Die Welt der medizinischen Simulation blickt in diesem Jahr nach Reutlingen, wo sich bei der InSiM 2025 Expertinnen, Ausbilder und Innovatoren aus dem deutschsprachigen Raum zusammenfinden. Bei dem Kongress, der schon seit 2003 vom InPass Institut für Patientensicherheit veranstaltet wird, kommen Praxis und Wissenschaft zusammen, dabei werden neue Ideen diskutiert, erprobt und in die … Read more
Not all feedback works the same way. In healthcare education especially, the timing and purpose of feedback can drastically change how students learn and how educators teach. This blog explores the difference between formative and summative feedback, when to use each, and why combining both leads to stronger outcomes. Drawing from real classroom examples, peer-reviewed … Read more
Mirroring body language is a communication behavior where one person subtly copies another’s nonverbal cues during an interaction. When used effectively, it can help medical students and clinicians build rapport faster and help patients feel heard and understood, which is key for patient-centered care and shared decision-making. This technique is already part of soft skills … Read more
Welcome to a glimpse into what truly drives us in medical education! AMEE 2025 is just around the corner and once again promises to be the most important gathering for everyone committed to shaping the future of health professions education worldwide. At a time when medicine is evolving faster than ever, the exchange of innovative … Read more
Herzlich willkommen zu einem Einblick in das, was uns in der Medizinausbildung wirklich bewegt! Die GMA 2025 steht kurz bevor und verspricht wieder, der wichtigste Treffpunkt für alle zu sein, die die Zukunft der medizinischen Lehre im deutschsprachigen Raum aktiv mitgestalten. In einer Zeit, in der sich die Welt der Medizin so rasant weiterentwickelt, wie … Read more
Their Role in Healthcare Training In clinical education, understanding the distinction between self-awareness vs self-reflection is key to developing empathetic, skilled healthcare professionals. Although the terms are often used interchangeably, they serve different roles. As expectations for soft skills and adaptive expertise increase, clarifying the roles of self-awareness and self-reflection has become a cornerstone of … Read more
Why Competency-Based Medical Education Needs a New Lens Medical education is undergoing a fundamental shift. Instead of assuming competence based on time spent in training, programs are now expected to prove that students can consistently demonstrate core skills and behaviors. This shift defines the heart of competency-based medical education (CBME), a model increasingly adopted by … Read more
Patient anxiety is a common challenge in healthcare settings. Whether someone is awaiting test results, facing a medical procedure, or navigating a new diagnosis, anxiety can cloud communication, delay care, and reduce overall satisfaction. In high-stress moments (like emergency room visits, invasive treatments, or critical care discussions) even routine interactions can feel overwhelming for patients. … Read more
In 2023, a large European teaching hospital was fined €440,000 for storing patient videos in unsecured cloud systems. Cases like this are increasing as more universities adopt video and AI-based clinical training. With the global shift to telemedicine, simulation platforms, and electronic health records, healthcare data is now more distributed and sensitive than ever. Medical … Read more