SIMBA Respiratory

Simulation via Instant Messaging Birmingham Advance (SIMBA) is a real-time simulation based medical training programme using WhatsApp.

Our Vision

Offer simulation sessions based on real-life situations
To stimulate innovative and engaging interaction between trainees and moderators via WhatsApp® that can be joined by trainees from all around the world
Zoom webinar to discuss simulated cases
Provide individualised written feedback utilising global rating scale

To create a feasible and cost effective virtual learning environment
To increase healthcare professionals' confidence in the management of common conditions
To increase awareness of the current management guidelines

Agenda
12:30	Opening welcome	Shreya Bhatt and Punith Kempegowda
12:45	Pre-simulation survey
13:00	Mock case and training on simulation
13:30	Simulation case 1
14:00	Simulation case 2
14:25	Break
14:50	Simulation case 3	Shreya Bhatt and Punith Kempegowda
15:20	Discussion of cases	Dr Benjamin Sutton, Consultant Respiratory Physician University Hospitals Birmingham, UK and Dr Patricia Glynn, Consultant Respiratory Physician University Hospitals Birmingham, UK
16:30	Post simulation survey
16:45	End of session

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This course is free of charge.