Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine’s outgoing CEO on how technology aids student learning
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Summary
Kaiser Permanente's Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine, inaugurated in 2020, aims to address health inequities and promote personalized student experiences through the integration of advanced technologies. Outgoing CEO Mark Schuster discussed the school's use of augmented and virtual reality in teaching anatomy and clinical skills, enhancing traditional methods by allowing detailed, repeatable exploration of human anatomy and surgery simulations. While these technologies significantly aid learning, they supplement rather than replace human cadaver studies and interactions with standardized patients, which are crucial for developing empathy and communication skills. Additionally, the curriculum incorporates AI technology, preparing students to critically assess and integrate new advancements throughout their medical careers.
