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ForwardMayo Clinic Healthcare Simulation Conference 2026
This course is only offered in Live (in-person) attendance only.
Course Directors: Diana Kelm, M.D., Usha Asirvatham, M.S.N., R.N., C.H.S.E., Denise A. Foy, M.S.N., Matt D. Tentis, P.A.-C.
October 1 - 2, 2026 - Mayo Clinic - Rochester, Minnesota
This dynamic conference gives healthcare professionals practical strategies to advance education, research, and systems improvement through simulation. Explore evidence-based design, emerging tech, and hands-on applications to boost clinical outcomes and team performance—ideal for educators, simulation specialists, and clinical leaders seeking innovation, networking, and actionable insights.
Abstract Submission has closed.
Abstract Submission Form - Mayo Clinic Healthcare Simulation Conference 2026
As part of the Mayo Clinic Healthcare Simulation Conference 2026, all educators and providers involved in simulation education, technology & innovation, simulation operations & management, simulation research, and simulated/standardized patients are invited to submit an abstract for presentation of original research. Projects can be clinical or laboratory based. Abstracts should be 400 words or less and may include one figure or table.
Target Audience
This conference is designed to provide an opportunity for simulation educators and enthusiasts from clinical and academic settings to connect with colleagues from various professions and roles.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Identify key components of an evidence-based simulation curriculum and explain how they align with current standards and published guidelines as measured by post-course survey responses indicating intended curriculum changes.
- Differentiate between simulation modalities used for education, assessment, research, and systems improvement, and describe their application in clinical settings, as evaluated through participant self-assessment and post-course feedback.
- Demonstrate the integration of emerging technologies (e.g., virtual reality, AI-enhanced debriefing tools) into simulation scenarios during hands-on workshops, with effectiveness measured by participant-reported confidence and planned implementation in practice.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
Thursday, October 1, 2026 | |||
7:00 a.m. | Breakfast and Registration | ||
8:00 a.m. | Welcome | ||
8:15 a.m. | Keynote Speaker | ||
9:15 a.m. | Transition | ||
9:30 a.m. | Workshop Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Beyond “It’s Safe to Make Mistakes: Leveraging Errors for Learning in Healthcare Simulations | From Innovation to Implementation: A Hands-On Toolkit for Integrating Immersive Technology into Practice and Education | Orientation Planning for Simulation Center Staff | |
Usha Asirvatham, M.S.N., R.N., C.H.S.E. | Kathryn Handlogten, MD | Denise Foy, M.S.N. | |
11:00 a.m. | Transition | ||
11:15 a.m. | Presentation Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Beyond the Annual Checkmark: Critical Care Training for the Calls That Matter Most | From Interest to Implementation: Leading Virtual Realty Adoption in Healthcare Simulation | From Chart Review to Reasoning: Leveraging EHR-Based Cue Recognition in Simulation Design and Debriefing | |
Michelle Marine, M.S.N., R.N., Paramedic | Ryan Kinglsey, MPAS, P.A.-C. | Marshall Muehlbauer, PhD, RN, PHN | |
12:15 p.m. | Lunch and Exhibitors | ||
1:15 p.m. | Poster Viewing | ||
2:15 p.m. | Presentation Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Prehospital Resuscitative Hysterotomy: A Simulation-Based Procedure Course | Designing Debriefing for Deeper Learning in Healthcare Simulation: A Heutagogical Analysis of Debriefing Frameworks | Virtual Escape Rooms as a Theory-Guided Digital Simulation to Improve FNP SOAP Note Documentation | |
Jeffery Schultz, Paramedic | Jennifer Poole, EdD, MSD-Ed, RN, PCCN, CNEcl, CHSE | Kristin Corkins, PdD, MS, APRN, FNP-BC | |
3:15 p.m. | Transition | ||
3:30 p.m. | Presentation Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Building Better Leaders: Experiential Leadership Training Using Simulation | Beyond the Simulation Center: Developing, Measuring, and Scaling Clinical Judgement Across the Prelicensure Curriculum | From Multi-Site Research to Curricular Scale: Advancing Immersive Virtual Reality in Nursing Education | |
Deisy Mercado | Carol Flaten, DNP, RN, PHN | Cynthia Bradley, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE, ANEF | |
4:30 p.m. | Adjourn | ||
5:00 p.m. | Optional – Sim Center Open House (concludes at 6:00 p.m.) | ||
Friday, October 2, 2026 | |||
7:00 a.m. | Breakfast and Registration | ||
8:00 a.m. | Welcome | ||
8:15 a.m. | Panel Discussion | ||
9:15 a.m. | Transition | ||
9:30 a.m. | Workshop Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
AI-Driven Debriefing Guide Creation in Simulation | Escape Boxes in Health Professions Education: Serious Game for Developing Teamwork and Communication Skills | Simulation Integration to Enhance Safety II Practice | |
Yuliana Orozco, M.D. | Natasha Lee | Sulaiman Al Shabanat | |
11:00 a.m. | Transition | ||
11:15 a.m. | Presentation Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Expanding the Healthcare Pipeline Through Interprofessional Simulation Camps | Simulation-First – Driving OR Workflow Transformation Through Spatial Simulation | TBD | |
Theresa Meinen, MS RRT, CHSE | Alexander Keigley |
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12:15 p.m. | Lunch and Exhibitors | ||
1:15 p.m. | Workshop Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Running High-Stakes Simulations: Technical Risk Mitigation & Real-Time Troubleshooting | Measuring What Matters: ROI and Value in Simulation-Based Healthcare Education | Joyful Learning Through Story-Based Simulation | |
Steven Caldwell | Usha Asirvatham, M.S.N., R.N., C.H.S.E. | Jamie Vetvick, RN, MSN | |
2:45 p.m. | Transition | ||
3:00 p.m. | Workshop Session | ||
Siebens 4, Room 2 | Siebens 4, Room 5 | Siebens 4, Room 6 | |
Mock Code Simulation Program in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit: A Multidisciplinary Quality Improvement Project | TBD | Empowering Simulation Education: A Dual-Modality Platform for Both Creation and Participation in Medical Simulations | |
Anna Rivera, MSN, RN |
| James Labadorf, MAS | |
4:30 p.m. | Conclude | ||
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Lodging
Rooms have been reserved for attendees and their guests at the Kahler Grand Hotel for discounted rates starting at $149 per night.
Room reservations after are based on space and rate availability. Additional taxes will apply.
Course Directors
Diana Kelm, M.D.
Usha Asirvatham, M.S.N., R.N., C.H.S.E.
Denise A. Foy, M.S.N.
Matt D. Tentis, P.A.-C.
Guest Faculty
Suzan "Suzie" Kardong-Edgren PhD. RN, ANEF, CHSE, FSSH, FAAN
Associate Professor
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 13.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 13.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 6.5 |
| Friday | 6.5 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 13.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 13.00 ANCC
- 13.00 Attendance
Exhibit and Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
The Mayo Clinic Healthcare Simulation Conference 2026 course is pleased to offer the opportunity for commercial companies to interact with health care providers and highlight their products and services. If you are interested in exhibiting or sponsoring the course, please complete the following:
- Review the
Sponsorship Prospectus (PDF) - Create an account/profile (or log-in)
- Complete the Letter of Agreement Form - Sponsor
Please contact Greden.Cami@mayo.edu if you have any questions.
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Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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