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The Department of Medical Education (DME) is the oldest continuously functioning department of medical education in the world. Our mission is to advance the theory and practice of the health professions education with the ultimate goal of improving the care of patients. DME continues to have significant local, national, and international influence and impact through its many and varied programmatic missions.

a student observes a teacher doing a demonstration on a medical dummy.

Simulation And Integrative Learning Institute (SAIL) Heading link

Also known as SAIL, this institute provides opportunities to learn in simulation environments, including options for students, residents and faculty or staff seeking professional development.

  • 1 Simulated operating room

  • 22 Clinic rooms

  • 6 Mannequin suites

Department News & Events Heading link

Nov 20 2024

Shifting the Spotlight: Highlighting the Invisible Work of Medical Education

Wednesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Dec 18 2024

Framing, Organization, and Interpretation: Diagnosing Curricular Reform Problems and Identifying Potential Solutions for Medical Educators

Wednesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Jan 15 2025

Opening the Black Box of how Simulation Brings About Transformation

Wednesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Feb 19 2025

Investigating Community Cultural Wealth Among Latinx Medical Students and Residents

Wednesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm
Mar 19 2025

Myth Making in Medicine: How the Journey of Heroes, Martyrs and Meritocrats Contributes to Burnout

Wednesday, 3:00 pm–4:00 pm