Virtual SUN 2 India 2026
1:15:47
Virtual SUN - Session 2
Topic: Leading the Simulation Frontier – From Faculty to Leader
Navigating the A–Z of Simulation-Based Healthcare Education in the CBME Era
Session Overview
Join us for an engaging and forward-looking virtual session designed to empower simulation educators and healthcare professionals to evolve from facilitators to leaders in simulation-based education.
As competency-based medical education (CBME) continues to reshape healthcare training, the role of simulation is expanding beyond skill delivery to strategic leadership, program development, and institutional impact. This session will guide participants through the complete journey—from foundational concepts to advanced leadership capabilities—required to successfully lead simulation initiatives.
Through expert insights, real-world experiences, and practical frameworks, this session will help you build a structured approach to designing, implementing, and scaling high-impact simulation programs.
In this session, you will gain insights into:
The A–Z of Simulation Leadership:Understand the complete lifecycle of simulation programs—from planning and execution to evaluation and scaling.
From Faculty to Leader:
Explore the transition from being a simulation educator to becoming a strategic leader driving institutional change.
Aligning with CBME Goals:
Learn how to effectively integrate simulation into competency-based curricula for measurable outcomes.
Building Sustainable Programs:
Discover best practices for creating scalable, impactful, and future-ready simulation ecosystems.
Expert Perspectives:
Gain insights from experienced leaders shaping simulation-based education in India.
Speakers
Prof. Dr. V. N. Mahalakshmi
Vice Chancellor
Santosh Deemed to be University, Ghaziabad, UP
Dr. Vimal Krishnan S
Professor and Head of EM
Coordinator Clinical Skills Lab
Co-coordinator Medical Simulation Centre, KMC, Manipal
Who Should Attend
Simulation Educators
Medical & Nursing Faculty
Healthcare Trainers
Simulation Technicians
Academic Leaders & Program Heads
Anyone involved in simulation-based healthcare education