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Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS)

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Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS)

CAMLS' vision is to improve healthcare through lifelong education and training. A robust faculty development program ensures high quality course delivery.

This 90,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility integrates three floors of innovative simulation experience with education and research excellence to push the latest advances in health care into practice. CAMLS will define standards for competent practice and expert performance, and will serve as the guidepost for lifelong learning. A learning management system enables learners to track their educational progress and faculty to assess training outcomes. Learners at CAMLS will include health professionals (medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, pre-hospital, allied health) across the continuum of education (undergraduate, graduate, and practicing), military healthcare professionals, medical specialty societies, industry representatives, and researchers. CAMLS is part of the USF Health Simulation Consortium, which has received Level I accreditation as a comprehensive education center from the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Multidisciplinary CAMLS staff provide expertise to guide development and design of simulation curricula. The portfolio of activities includes nationally recognized professional society courses (e.g., Advanced Trauma Life Support, Fundamental Critical Care Support, Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Surgery, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program), already available specialty-designed curricula, courses customized to fit specific needs, interprofessional teamwork curricula, individual learner remediation and workforce reintegration programs, assessment of learner competency, and health technology development and commercialization. The nationally recognized Team STEPPS program, sponsored by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), is a featured teamwork model. The debriefing experience is an essential part of adult learning; at CAMLS, reflection is encouraged in a non-threatening, supportive environment. © CAMLS: all rights reserved.

02/20/2026

Welcoming New Faculty to USF Health Morsani College of Medicine — and to the Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS) 👏

Today we were proud to celebrate the official New Faculty Orientation at the USF Health Downtown Building, formally welcoming several exceptional colleagues to the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine.

Although Devid Ribeiro Zille and Kim Star joined CAMLS in Summer 2025, this annual orientation marks their official welcome as Assistant Professors. The event featured remarks from Dean Charles Lockwood, college leadership, and a dynamic Meet the Deans panel.

We are proud of the innovation they are advancing in:
🔹 3D visualization and advanced modeling
🔹 Extended reality and immersive learning
🔹 Educational technology and simulation research

We also celebrated Dr. Kay Everett, new faculty in the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology, who is based at CAMLS and leading important heart failure research initiatives. She will be among the first faculty to leverage our new GE HealthCare Allia system for advanced cardiovascular research.

It was a pleasure to stand alongside Dr. Everett and her Chief of Cardiology, Dr. Matar, as we continue strengthening the bridge between clinical excellence and simulation-based advancement.
CAMLS is proud to be home to faculty who are not only educators — but innovators shaping the future of care.

Welcome officially to MCOM. We’re excited for what’s ahead.

02/13/2026

Today marks the culmination of an exciting three days at the Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS) as we welcomed the boards of both Tampa General Hospital and GE HealthCare to celebrate a historic milestone — the first installation of GE HealthCare’s Allia Moveo in a simulation center and the first of this new technology in the United States. This is only the third installation worldwide!

The Allia Moveo is a next-generation, image-guided therapy system designed to enhance mobility, workflow efficiency, and image quality for minimally invasive procedures.

Now housed at CAMLS, this technology represents another major advancement for the Tampa Medical & Research District. Students, faculty, and practicing clinicians can train with cutting-edge operating room technology that supports interventional and endovascular surgeries — elevating education, research, and clinical excellence.

This achievement is made possible through our close partnership with Tampa General Hospital. Together, we’re demonstrating what’s possible when academic excellence, clinical expertise, and innovative technology come together.

02/12/2026

Today, USF President Rhea Law held her final official event at CAMLS — a fitting milestone in her remarkable journey with us.

Rhea was Chair of the USF Board of Trustees when CAMLS was first approved. She later served as Chair of USF HPCC, the organization that operates CAMLS, before being elevated to President of the University of South Florida.

Her vision, leadership, and steadfast commitment to excellence have shaped CAMLS from the very beginning. Her guiding force will always be part of our mission as we continue advancing patient-centered care and making a meaningful impact in Tampa Bay and beyond.

Thank you, Rhea Law, for all you have done for USF, CAMLS, and our community. 💚

01/16/2026

Where XR, AI, and healthcare converge—at CAMLS

Housed at USF Health CAMLS, the Smart Technologies through Advanced Research Lab (STAR Lab)—led by Byeol Kim, PhD—is advancing human-centered medical technologies at the intersection of engineering, extended reality (XR), and clinical care.

From VR-based surgical planning to AI-enabled patient simulation and 3D-printed medical devices, STAR Lab is creating immersive, data-driven tools that improve how healthcare is taught, practiced, and delivered—globally.
In this video, Dr. Kim shares how human-centered computing helps close healthcare gaps by designing technologies that are accessible, affordable, and grounded in real-world clinical needs.

01/15/2026

Check out the January 2026 edition of the CAMLS Insider Newsletter! Stay informed and inspired with our latest news and updates: https://conta.cc/4jEvJUQ

01/12/2026

We are proud to highlight another successful Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (MIGS) course at CAMLS. This year, we welcomed participants from 21 U.S. states and 5 countries, including Mexico, Canada, Uganda, and The Bahamas—a true testament to the global reach of our mission.

This year also marked Dr. Emad Mikhail’s 10th anniversary as course director, guiding the program with expertise and dedication. Over the weekend, attendees refined their surgical skills, participated in hands-on training, and exchanged knowledge with world-class faculty and peers.

Thank you to our course directors, faculty, participants, and CAMLS staff for making this year’s course such a dynamic and engaging event.

01/09/2026

Members of the CAMLS team are headed to San Antonio for , hosted by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

We’re excited to participate in this leading healthcare simulation event. Be sure to check out the members of our team who will be presenting and sharing their expertise!

1/12 Developing and Supporting Simulation Operations Internship Programs: A Hands-On Approach to Growing the Next Generation of Sim Ops, Melissa Milner, Diane Ray

1/12 ASCEND: Bridging Clinical Education and Access through Smartphone-Based XR Dental Simulation, Byeol Kim

1/12 SSH Presents: Healthcare Simulation Advocacy in Action: From Local Voices to Global Impact- Panel Presentation (60 minutes), Haru Okuda (facilitator)

1/12 Controllers, Hands, or Gloves: Impact of Interaction Methods in Extended Reality Healthcare Simulation – Authors: Hannah Pannell, Jessica Murati, Ernesto Mejias Vazquez, Riley Swain, Robert Maniker, David Kessler, Steven Feiner, Normaliz Rodriguez, Shannon Bailey

1/13 SSH Presents: From Passion to Policy: Building Your Advocacy Plan for Healthcare Simulation, Haru Okuda (Facilitator Panel Presentation)

1/13 Using simulation to test a large language model and AI-powered tool for emergency medicine encounter documentation, Michael Simoes

1/13 Implementing Haptics in Healthcare Simulation: A Panel Discussion of Evidence, Challenges, and Strategies – Authors: Carrie Gigray, Shannon Bailey, PhD, Crystel Farina, Michael Hollins, Nichole Brown (Panel Presentation)

1/13 Pushing the Boundaries of Simulation for Patient- and Family-Centered Care: Going Beyond the Hospital Walls with Outreach Simulation– Hands-on workshop - Normaliz Rodriguez (facilitator)

1/13 Who Spoke for Me? Centering the Patient Voice in Interprofessional Simulation, Melissa Milner, Mitzy Flores

1/13 Unbound Collaboration: Designing, Implementing, and Evaluating Interprofessional Simulation for EMS and Hospital Teams, Melissa Milner, Penny Eggers

1/13 Comparative Effectiveness of VR and Computer-Based Simulation in Medical Education: A Randomized Controlled Trial with Medical Students – Authors: Lauren Dyer, Antonious Rizkalla, Ernesto Mejias Vazquez, Franklin Sun, Luke Furtak, Shannon Bailey

1/13 Speed Mentoring: A Networking Event with Leaders in Healthcare Simulation – hands-on workshop, Haru Okuda

1/14 Integrating Simulation Principles into Bioskills Lab Design, Melissa Milner, Diane Ray

12/19/2025

CAMLS will be closed for winter break starting today and will reopen on January 5. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year! See you in 2026!

12/19/2025

Festive moments with the CAMLS team from our annual holiday party 🎄✨ It is always a joy to come together, celebrate the season, and reflect on a great year.

12/17/2025

At USF Health CAMLS, we’re proud to highlight an immersive learning experience developed in collaboration with the Global Virus Network (GVN).

As part of the GVN Short Course for Translational Virology, CAMLS delivered multiple simulation experiences, including a tabletop exercise and a high-fidelity, scenario-based simulation with standardized patients. These experiences were designed to prepare learners for the realities of outbreak response by challenging them to think strategically, communicate effectively, and make critical decisions under uncertainty.

📣 Learner feedback included:
“The simulation provided a real-life example of how to behave during an outbreak and what to prioritize.”
“It helped us think more strategically and identify gaps in preparedness.”
"I feel better equipped in the key steps of outbreak response.”
“Eye-opening to see how a simple tabletop can be so impactful in a public health and surveillance context.”

🌍 Why it matters:
Preparedness goes beyond protocols. It requires teamwork, adaptability, and the ability to translate knowledge into action. By combining discussion-based and high-fidelity simulation, this training strengthened confidence, surfaced gaps, and reinforced coordinated response under pressure.

We’re grateful for our collaboration with GVN and remain committed to advancing immersive training that prepares the global health workforce to respond together.

12/09/2025

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Shannon Bailey, PhD, on being named a 2025 NTSA Top Under 40 Awardee by the National Training & Simulation Association!

This prestigious honor recognizes emerging leaders under 40 who have made significant contributions to the Modeling, Simulation, and Training (MS&T) community through innovation, leadership, and service. Selected from a highly competitive pool of nominees nationwide, Dr. Bailey was recognized for her outstanding professionalism, commitment to volunteerism, and impactful work advancing the field.

We are so proud to have her on our team at CAMLS. Congratulations, Dr. Bailey, on this well-deserved recognition!

12/04/2025

Our Executive Director, Dr. Haru Okuda, joined a Focus Event panel at I/ITSEC 2025, the world’s largest modeling, simulation, and training conference, to discuss the future of healthcare simulation.

Alongside leaders across the simulation community, the panel expanded on themes from IMSH 2025’s 25th anniversary, exploring how simulation continues to evolve in clinical education, operational readiness, and systems-level innovation.

The discussion highlighted the importance of collaboration across healthcare, education, and defense to advance training and improve outcomes.

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