FACILITIES

Learning Resource Center (LRC)

IMIME has an LRC that complements the advanced surgical skills taught at CASE. The LRC includes a clinical skills lab, computer-based learning stations and dedicated classroom space. The skills lab currently has 20 imported models and mannequins, which will allow trainees at all levels of training to practice invasive and non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures (see table). AIMS trainees will be able to practice with these devices on their own, as well as in the setting of structured educational classes. Trainees from other institutions as well as practicing physicians at other hospitals or in the community can also attend scheduled CME programs at both CASE and the LRC tailored to various skill levels. Computer software programs relating to a wide range of topics are also part of the LRC. The LRC will host student evaluation sessions as well as faculty training programs. A core part of the LRC is a top-notch computerized cardiopulmonary simulator that can mimic any heart or lung sound to perfection, and transmit the sounds to even large groups of learners with infrared technology.

Components of IMIME Clinical Skills Lab

Clinical Practice Unit

The clinical practice unit provides outpatient and inpatient care for patients with general medical disorders. A focus of this unit is on field-testing new technology, informatics applications and processes to improve patient care. The best strategies for clinical teaching in a real-world environment are also being explored.