https://sole.hsc.wvu.edu/Apps/News/rss/HealthSciences/Interprofessional-Education50 most recent storiesen-US939a4138-61bb-47a3-9ab8-36aeb0576e1bhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ai-and-innovation-take-center-stage-at-wvu-s-2025-van-liere-and-wv-idea-research-conferenceCollaboration, innovation and discovery were on full display as researchers, students and faculty from across West Virginia gathered for the 2025 Van Liere and WV IDeA Research Conference, held Oct. 17–18 at the Erickson Alumni Center and West Virginia University Health Sciences Center.Wed, 22 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-27T13:38:12-04:0072ed0d46-efe5-4d24-a4f6-d8c67413497fhttps://wvpec.wvu.edu/events-and-initiatives/focus-forward-preparing-today-for-the-west-virginia-of-tomorrow/2026-focus-forward/clay-marsh-s-white-paperDr. Clay Marsh shares a follow-up thought piece from "Focus Forward: Long Live West Virginia" on how West Virginia, and the nation, can begin to improve health and longevity for the long-term.Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-10-17T13:20:53-04:00e946ca80-9be6-41e3-bc0b-cd859b3a75d2https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=dental-hygiene-student-finds-her-passion-through-preventive-care-and-competitive-cheerMuch like participation on an athletic team, healthcare professions require dedication, hard work and collaboration. At West Virginia University, senior Kyra Kerr has used her experiences in the Dental Hygiene program and as a member of the WVU Competitive Cheer Team to better herself in the classroom and on the competition mat.Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-08-08T16:12:54-04:00de2c618b-33c0-4f4d-bd0e-49a14519d642https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wv-steps-earns-dual-accreditation-for-excellence-in-human-simulation-educationsomenagaeThe WV STEPS David and JoAnn Shaw Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety Center at West Virginia University has received dual accreditation from two of the most respected organizations in the field of simulation-based healthcare education.Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-23T11:21:03-04:00b8ec6288-514b-4e16-8994-0ed46ba76466https://media.statler.wvu.edu/news/2025/05/08/wvu-ai-symposium-highlights-how-promising-research-collaborations-are-shaping-the-futureLast week, the 2025 Symposium AI in Action: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities Across Domains brought together thought leaders, researchers and professionals from across West Virginia University to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we work, create and solve problems.Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-12T09:43:00-04:009361c51d-c407-48fa-a62f-78059b306965https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=grand-rounds-to-focus-on-neurodivergence-in-health-professions-educationJoin the next Health Professions Education Grand Rounds on Wednesday, May 21, from noon to 1 p.m. for a virtual session exploring how neurodivergent experiences shape learning and engagement in academic health settings.Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-08T10:06:24-04:0087027208-2df1-4a55-b136-52fb16bf1637https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interprofessional-education-month-concludes-with-luncheon-honoring-excellence-in-collaborationWest Virginia University Health Sciences concluded its 2025 Interprofessional Education (IPE) Month with an awards luncheon recognizing outstanding contributions to interprofessional learning, innovation and service across the academic health community.Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-05-02T10:23:42-04:00d1cd6538-333b-4bc4-be7a-53c67c47816bhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=pe-to-host-art-atpylons-event-celebrating-creativity-and-wellnessThe Art Therapy and Music Therapy programs at West Virginia University invite students, faculty and staff to take a creative break and explore the healing power of the arts during Art at the Pylons, taking place on Tues. April 22, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-02T15:57:42-04:00957e9985-56c9-41f2-a9e9-88956d60cd6chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=ipe-to-host-health-professions-education-grand-rounds-on-april-23The Office of Faculty Development partnered with the Department of Medical Education, the Office of Interprofessional Education and the Medical Education and Administration Fellowship are set to host Health Professions Education Grand Rounds.Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-04-02T13:57:56-04:002241a8c8-58b4-4150-b2f5-0813fcfc6b83https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interactive-multidisciplinary-hiv-panel-to-be-held-during-ipe-monthThe Office of Interprofessional Education (IPE) will host an Interactive Multidisciplinary HIV Panel on Tues. April 8, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This event will be held virtually.Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-28T12:44:19-04:00b2c9793a-9284-4b14-9a3f-de228c76427ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-to-host-ipe-month-health-fair-april-1The Office of Interprofessional Education (IPE) will host the IPE Month Health Fair on Tuesday. April 1 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Health Sciences Center Pylons Commons.Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -04002025-03-25T09:33:23-04:00e8e3d404-b2ce-45ab-a41b-121f23db472chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-pop-up-shop-open-for-holiday-shoppingThe WVU Health Sciences pop-up shop is now open, offering branded apparel for students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends. Proceeds from sales benefit WVU Health Sciences scholarships.Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002025-02-20T11:38:16-05:00696331fb-0120-4333-9b71-62068e6089c2https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-dental-medical-residents-collaborate-to-provide-care-for-west-virginia-s-youthsomeducateA recent West Virginia University School of Dentistry and School of Medicine collaboration provided the opportunity to improve care for the state's youngest citizens, focusing on dental caries risk, assessment and fluoride varnish for children.Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -05002025-09-12T16:00:15-04:009d2faff3-e4de-4ed1-ae83-4fd3fff87c92https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=team-building-tailgate-kicks-off-interprofessional-opportunities-for-wvu-health-sciences-studentssomenagaeStudents at West Virginia University kicked off their team-based approach to learning with a tailgate at the WVU Athletics Caperton Indoor Facility on Monday, Sept. 30.Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-04T09:19:54-05:00af4daabc-b74f-45b2-a864-9d2bc75a1760https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-students-encouraged-to-participate-in-interprofessional-innovation-challengeStudents enrolled in health sciences programs at WVU are invited to participate in the Interprofessional Student Clinic Innovation Challenge.Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-11-18T08:32:41-05:00629cb8d2-57f9-412d-b262-7fac5ff75651https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=steps-to-host-15th-anniversary-celebration-on-sept-19To celebrate its 15-year anniversary, the David and Jo Ann Shaw Center for Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS) will host an open house Thursday, Sept. 19 from 2-4 p.m.Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-17T11:25:32-04:0090600323-79e6-40d4-aa20-632ed4795c81https://www.thedaonline.com/news/poverty-simulation-to-be-held-for-wvu-staff/article_9bd074fe-169b-11ef-8205-0b2b380bd29f.htmlfacultynewsBrad Phillips, an associate dean of undergraduate programs & director of International BSN Programs in the WVU School of Nursing, served as an organizer for the event. He said that one of the main goals of this experience is to broaden the mindsets of its participants and open their eyes to the struggles of poverty. Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-07-24T13:38:35-04:00fc5ce1c0-b734-49bf-8b37-a3e59d5b0238https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=community-action-poverty-simulation-event-to-be-held-may-20All WVU and WVU Medicine faculty and staff are invited to join the WVU Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education for a Community Action Poverty Simulation professional development event Monday, May 20, from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Health Sciences Center.Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-05-16T10:22:38-04:00922af419-d011-40dc-91a6-a7fbe8707d69https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=simulation-specialist-utilizes-experience-curiosity-to-advance-training-at-wvu-health-sciencessomdiscoverWith an interest in education and a desire to help people, West Virginia University Health Sciences Simulation Research Specialist Jason Craig has dedicated his career to serving the public. Reflecting on his journey, he emphasizes the importance of adaptability for young people considering a career in healthcare.Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-09-18T10:54:52-04:0036b158e0-e801-4b73-8eae-b082aeb79a89https://www.thedaonline.com/news/university/interprofessional-education-week-to-celebrate-healthcare-professionals/article_9c06c61a-f52d-11ee-bdff-87d5846600f0.htmlGina Baugh, director of interprofessional education at WVU Health Sciences, contributes to reporting by The Daily Athenaeum about Interprofessional Education Week.Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-09T13:35:00-04:0028aec6fe-7d2c-4256-9d2d-4054a0d75265https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=students-faculty-honored-for-dedication-to-interprofessional-education-at-wvu-health-sciencesIn recognition of their commitment to developing a collaborative approach to patient-centered care, the West Virginia University Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education has named an IPE Student Innovation Challenge team and faculty member Anna Lama as recipients of the 2024 Award for Excellence in Interprofessional Education.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-03-27T11:53:25-04:0058e3cdf3-6e05-40b8-ace3-11aebca5325bhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interprofessional-education-week-to-offer-wvu-community-cross-discipline-learning-opportunitiesThe West Virginia University Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education will celebrate and share the importance of healthcare professionals practicing and promoting an interprofessional collaborative approach to person-centered care during a series of events April 8-11.Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -04002024-04-01T15:08:16-04:004126e636-06b1-40e9-a002-62010c039165https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=student-innovation-challenge-team-to-host-contraceptive-informational-workshopHealth professions students and practitioners are invited to attend a contraceptive informational workshop on Monday, March 18, from 6-7:30 p.m. in HSC-North 2940 A and B.Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -05002024-03-20T13:12:11-04:00b3bdd286-8de1-4d97-94b1-b4b397dc18c4https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-nursing-faculty-discusses-long-time-support-of-mushroomfacultynewsMUSHROOM plays a vital role in shaping future healthcare professionals. Through the program, students are able to gain a deeper understanding of the human side of healthcare, where genuine connections and compassion are as important as medical knowledge and skills.Wed, 25 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002024-04-09T16:06:24-04:0099291324-7a39-43b8-8cde-a36277bdd199https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=wvu-health-sciences-kicks-off-fall-interprofessional-education-with-team-building-tailgateThe West Virginia University Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education kicked off its fall semester Monday Sessions lineup with a tailgate at the WVU Athletics Caperton Indoor Facility.Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-05T13:12:20-04:00ed15330c-3fc4-4f59-a5af-5144d3c39369https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-meets-movements-when-wvu-majors-collaborate-for-dancer-assessmentsBalance, pointe preparedness, core endurance and cardiovascular recovery are just a few of the physical markers health professionals evaluate while looking at a dancer's overall fitness. During a cross-campus collaboration between the WVU School of Medicine and the WVU School of Theatre and Dance, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy and Exercise Physiology students gained experience while conducting physical assessments for Dance majors.Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-10-04T13:40:42-04:003102b7d9-5bc8-4cd0-9473-a11d6e0ec110https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-students-invited-to-engage-in-collaborative-learning-through-interprofessional-_0somengageThe WVU Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education provides unique opportunities for students from all five health schools — Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy and Public Health — to work together through hands-on learning experiences with an interdisciplinary approach.Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-09-19T11:59:31-04:00e09f2baf-f1c4-4548-a01a-598cd37018f7https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2023/06/05/interprofessional-experiences-prepare-wvu-health-sciences-students-to-provide-improved-collaborative-caresomeducateAs West Virginia University Health Sciences students learn how to best serve their patients and communities, the Office of Interprofessional Education is providing unique opportunities for them to work together through hands-on learning experiences with an interdisciplinary approach.Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-06-27T11:29:11-04:008ce7c55a-075b-44a2-82da-19b95985632ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=emphasis-on-well-being-supports-wvu-health-sciences-students-growth-and-successsomempowerAs students in West Virginia University Health Sciences' five schools – Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing,Pharmacy and Public Health – pursue their purpose to serve others, the university is committed to helping them flourish in and outside of the classroom.Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-04-24T15:46:30-04:004bf755ba-f901-4e43-8418-36d1d386a360https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=medicine-pharmacy-faculty-honored-for-excellence-in-interprofessional-education-at-wvusompurposeThe West Virginia University Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education has named Angela Goodhart, PharmD, and Jennifer Momen, MD, MPH, as recipients of the 2023 Award for Excellence in Interprofessional Education.Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -04002023-04-06T15:24:29-04:00c142c175-ab9f-429e-bf89-10c829daa7a0https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interprofessional-education-invites-campus-community-to-caares-educational-eventsomeducateThe WVU Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education will offer an educational event exploring the impact of social determinants of health and unique experiences throughout the day Wednesday, March 22 as part of IPE Week.Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-03-20T14:39:50-04:000579c3f5-29e0-462b-b284-23df13b33af3https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=interprofessional-education-week-provides-opportunity-for-wvu-community-celebrate-and-engage-in-collsomengageThe West Virginia University Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education will celebrate and share the importance of health care professionals practicing and promoting an interprofessional collaborative approach to person-centered care during a series of events March 20-24.Mon, 06 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-03-17T16:08:52-04:00c1ff915b-222a-4ead-8032-dbb5666650b0https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=nominations-now-open-for-ipe-awardssomengageThe WVU Health Sciences Office of Interprofessional Education is now accepting nominations for the Faculty/Staff Award for Excellence in Interprofessional Education and Student Award for Excellence in Interprofessional Education.Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -05002023-02-20T11:39:45-05:001be9934f-273a-4c62-aa95-cdb9f642a74chttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=tobacco-treatment-training-program-accepting-scholarship-applications-registrationWest Virginia University School of Dentistry, in cooperation with the Office of Interprofessional Education and Office of Continuing Education, will present a certified Tobacco Treatment Training Program opportunity May 18-20, 2022, at the WVU Health Sciences Center.Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -05002022-03-16T10:34:11-04:007104140b-9aa4-435c-97e4-09ed03a5d0bfhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=health-sciences-students-participate-in-community-action-poverty-simulation-eventThe Martin Hall Agency, a student-run advertising and public relations agency in the West Virginia University Reed College of Media, partnered with the HSC Office of Interprofessional Education, the WVU School of Public Health, WVU School of Pharmacy and the WV STEPS Center in hosting the Community Action Poverty Simulation (CAPS) — a new certification available to all Health Sciences students. Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -05002022-01-14T15:58:04-05:008a3c4233-c9fe-4a7b-a855-058891818f2ehttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=school-of-dentistry-organized-interprofessional-speakers-to-train-tobacco-treatment-specialists-to-aWest Virginia University School of Dentistry, in cooperation with the Office of Interprofessional Education, is providing training to Health Sciences students and healthcare providers regarding evidence-based tobacco cessation treatment in West Virginia — a state that is plagued with health problems related to tobacco use. Mon, 25 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-10-25T16:27:27-04:00c071cbfb-520c-43cb-bcbb-47526ab4dc11https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2021/10/11/wvu-wv-vacs-team-win-national-award-for-interprofessional-collaboration-with-covid-19-vaccination-effortsWest Virginia University and the West Virginia Vaccine Administration, Collaboration, and Support Team are recipients of the 2021 George E. Thibault Nexus Award for the "Giving It Our Best Shot!" COVID-19 vaccination effort.Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -04002021-10-18T11:10:50-04:00201552e0-d961-4d5b-b3a0-33115d5bd52fhttps://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2020/11/11/wvu-innovation-allows-patient-simulation-program-to-continue-through-covid-19covid19covid-19After COVID-19 stopped in-person simulated training for West Virginia University medical students, leaders of the Interprofessional Education program and the Simulation Training for Education and Patient Safety Center got creative, using a remote-controlled robot to interact with patients in their homes.Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -05002020-11-17T13:47:42-05:009f2c3c52-77ad-47dc-a39b-f8fdf0214e30https://wvutoday.wvu.edu/stories/2020/10/01/wvu-school-of-dentistry-one-of-two-in-us-to-offer-robotic-guided-implant-surgeriesThe West Virginia University School of Dentistry now offers robotic-assisted implant procedures that are, in some cases, quicker than conventional methods and in certain circumstances can be less painful than traditional procedures and help reduce recovery time.Thu, 01 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -04002025-01-09T10:55:41-05:00e228f676-da74-47b6-80de-7d45aa60ee52https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=2020-excellence-in-interprofessional-education-award-winners-announcedThe WVU Health Sciences Center Office of Interprofessional Education has announced the winners of the inaugural 2020 Excellence in Interprofessional Education Faculty/ Staff and Student Awards. Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -04002020-05-01T14:12:03-04:009c123d0f-9082-438a-bb7b-feff10b05b8dhttps://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=office-of-interprofessional-education-seeking-applications-for-inaugural-awardsThe Office of Interprofessional Education will kick off an award program for faculty/staff and students in 2020. Faculty, staff and students from the Health Sciences campus are welcome to attend the inaugural awards luncheon April 17, the final day of Interprofessional Education Week.Fri, 13 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -05002020-01-08T09:38:34-05:00578c9516-fd7e-4258-9414-3186bd1f8143https://www.hsc.wvu.edu/news/story?headline=baugh-named-director-of-interprofessional-education-for-health-sciencesadnewton@hsc.wvu.eduGina M. Baugh, Pharm.D., associate professor and director of Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences at the West Virginia University School of Pharmacy, has been named director of interprofessional education for the WVU Health Sciences Center.Mon, 19 Dec 2016 00:00:00 -05002023-12-18T10:27:19-05:00