The S3 Conference 2025 will feature a series of pre-conference workshops that explore a range of healthcare simulation-focused skills training on 3 to 4 November 2025. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and successful registrants will be notified via email.
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Date: 3 November 2025, Monday | Time: 0900 - 1500Basic Skill in Simulator Building, 3D Printing and Beyond Speakers: Assoc Prof Yen Ching-Chiuan, Dr Ng Jet Yue, Alexander and Mr Chong Zi En Using a hands-on guided session with case examples, this basic introductory course hopes to introduce participants to fundamental skills that would be useful for anyone looking to start building their own simulators. The first part of the session will cover topics including design considerations in simulator construction, an introduction to commonly used 3D printing and manufacturing materials, fundamentals in integrating these materials and aligning simulator specifications to learning objectives. Participants will also experience a short hands-on segment and learn to integrate basic materials in simulator construction. The 2nd part of the day will provide participants a glimpse into our local 3D printing scene, showcase the capabilities of various 3D printers and materials. The session will also provide participants with an opportunity to view case studies and existing projects.
Date: 3 November 2025, Monday | Time: 0900 - 1500Basic Skill in Simulator Building, 3D Printing and Beyond
Speakers: Assoc Prof Yen Ching-Chiuan, Dr Ng Jet Yue, Alexander and Mr Chong Zi En
Using a hands-on guided session with case examples, this basic introductory course hopes to introduce participants to fundamental skills that would be useful for anyone looking to start building their own simulators.
The first part of the session will cover topics including design considerations in simulator construction, an introduction to commonly used 3D printing and manufacturing materials, fundamentals in integrating these materials and aligning simulator specifications to learning objectives. Participants will also experience a short hands-on segment and learn to integrate basic materials in simulator construction.
The 2nd part of the day will provide participants a glimpse into our local 3D printing scene, showcase the capabilities of various 3D printers and materials. The session will also provide participants with an opportunity to view case studies and existing projects.
Date: 3 November 2025, Monday | Time: 0900 - 1600 Mastering Moulage: Elevating Realism in Medical Simulation Speakers: Mrs Erica Hinojosa and Mr Nick Bauer Bruises, burns, rashes, and realistic wounds—learn how to bring your simulation scenarios to life with essential moulage techniques. In this hands-on, 4-hour workshop, participants will practice creating commonly requested effects on both manikins and simulated patients. You'll explore time-saving methods by sculpting and casting silicone wounds, helping reduce long-term costs and prep time. Designed for simulation staff and educators, this workshop blends practical skill-building with creativity to boost scenario realism.
Date: 3 November 2025, Monday | Time: 0900 - 1600
Mastering Moulage: Elevating Realism in Medical Simulation
Speakers: Mrs Erica Hinojosa and Mr Nick Bauer
Bruises, burns, rashes, and realistic wounds—learn how to bring your simulation scenarios to life with essential moulage techniques. In this hands-on, 4-hour workshop, participants will practice creating commonly requested effects on both manikins and simulated patients. You'll explore time-saving methods by sculpting and casting silicone wounds, helping reduce long-term costs and prep time. Designed for simulation staff and educators, this workshop blends practical skill-building with creativity to boost scenario realism.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0800 - 1230Elevate Your Simulation-based Training Programs! Assess the Implementation Quality of Your Programs Using an Implementation Rubric, the IQR-SIM Speakers: Ms Leizl Joy Nayahangan and Mrs Sigrun Anna Qvindesland This workshop introduces the Implementation Quality Rubric for Simulation (IQR-SIM), a practical tool designed to evaluate the quality of simulation-based training program implementation. The IQR-SIM includes 18 items spanning three implementation phases and features a three-point rating scale with clear benchmarks. It is intended to help simulation center leaders, curriculum developers, and operations staff plan, assess, and enhance the quality of their simulation program implementation. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the implementation process and the critical steps needed to ensure successful simulation program implementation. Through hands-on activities, the participants will learn to use the IQR-SIM and apply it in their own settings to maintain high implementation standards.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0800 - 1230Elevate Your Simulation-based Training Programs! Assess the Implementation Quality of Your Programs Using an Implementation Rubric, the IQR-SIM
Speakers: Ms Leizl Joy Nayahangan and Mrs Sigrun Anna Qvindesland
This workshop introduces the Implementation Quality Rubric for Simulation (IQR-SIM), a practical tool designed to evaluate the quality of simulation-based training program implementation. The IQR-SIM includes 18 items spanning three implementation phases and features a three-point rating scale with clear benchmarks. It is intended to help simulation center leaders, curriculum developers, and operations staff plan, assess, and enhance the quality of their simulation program implementation.
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the implementation process and the critical steps needed to ensure successful simulation program implementation. Through hands-on activities, the participants will learn to use the IQR-SIM and apply it in their own settings to maintain high implementation standards.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0830 - 1730Developing Essential Basics for Reflective Insights & Effective Facilitation (DEBRIEF) Course Speakers: Dr Ben Symon, Dr Chong Shin Yuet, Dr Elaine Tan Ching Ching, Dr Bong Choon Looi, Ms Sabrina Koh Bee Leng and Ms Tan Hwee Yuan Enhance your debriefing expertise in this intensive one-day course. The DEBRIEF course equips healthcare educators and facilitators with essential skills to conduct meaningful post simulation debriefs. It is designed to enhance debriefing skills through a blend of lectures, role play scenarios, group activities and interactive discussions. Through a blend of theory and practical application, you will develop a deeper understanding of simulation debriefing practices.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0830 - 1730Developing Essential Basics for Reflective Insights & Effective Facilitation (DEBRIEF) Course
Speakers: Dr Ben Symon, Dr Chong Shin Yuet, Dr Elaine Tan Ching Ching, Dr Bong Choon Looi, Ms Sabrina Koh Bee Leng and Ms Tan Hwee Yuan
Enhance your debriefing expertise in this intensive one-day course. The DEBRIEF course equips healthcare educators and facilitators with essential skills to conduct meaningful post simulation debriefs. It is designed to enhance debriefing skills through a blend of lectures, role play scenarios, group activities and interactive discussions. Through a blend of theory and practical application, you will develop a deeper understanding of simulation debriefing practices.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0900 - 1600A Primer for a Performance-based Debriefing Method and Using the Debriefing Assessment in Real Time (DART) Tool Speaker: Mr Rodrigo B. Galindo This workshop will introduce participants to an objective, performance-based debriefing method used by the Center for Advanced Pediatric and Perinatal Education (CAPE) at Stanford Medicine, informed by practices from high-risk fields such as aviation and the military. Participants will view videos of simulated clinical events, then break into groups to generate and discuss key debriefing questions. They will also watch the actual debriefing for each scenario and use CAPE’s Debriefing Assessment in Real Time (DART) tool to evaluate aspects of the debriefings. Throughout the workshop, participants will learn about common debriefing challenges, such as addressing red flag phrases and enhancing trainee engagement. Additionally, participants will receive a complimentary offprint of a journal article that includes a debriefing toolkit with questions to improve debriefing quality.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0900 - 1600A Primer for a Performance-based Debriefing Method and Using the Debriefing Assessment in Real Time (DART) Tool
Speaker: Mr Rodrigo B. Galindo
This workshop will introduce participants to an objective, performance-based debriefing method used by the Center for Advanced Pediatric and Perinatal Education (CAPE) at Stanford Medicine, informed by practices from high-risk fields such as aviation and the military.
Participants will view videos of simulated clinical events, then break into groups to generate and discuss key debriefing questions. They will also watch the actual debriefing for each scenario and use CAPE’s Debriefing Assessment in Real Time (DART) tool to evaluate aspects of the debriefings. Throughout the workshop, participants will learn about common debriefing challenges, such as addressing red flag phrases and enhancing trainee engagement.
Additionally, participants will receive a complimentary offprint of a journal article that includes a debriefing toolkit with questions to improve debriefing quality.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0900 - 1600Think, Print, Innovate: Sustainable 3D Printing Solutions for Healthcare Simulation Speakers: Mrs Erica Hinojosa, Mr Tan Suan Kai and Ms Jane Quek Yu Xuan Discover how 3D printing can revolutionize healthcare simulation through cost-effective, customizable solutions. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to beginner-friendly design software like TinkerCAD, explores various printing materials, and analyzes the financial and operational benefits of integrating 3D printing into simulation centers. Participants will learn to design 3D-printable objects, evaluate material options, and implement sustainable solutions tailored to their specific simulation needs. By the end of the session, attendees will gain the confidence to utilize 3D printing effectively, enhancing accessibility and affordability in simulation training.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 0900 - 1600Think, Print, Innovate: Sustainable 3D Printing Solutions for Healthcare Simulation
Speakers: Mrs Erica Hinojosa, Mr Tan Suan Kai and Ms Jane Quek Yu Xuan
Discover how 3D printing can revolutionize healthcare simulation through cost-effective, customizable solutions. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to beginner-friendly design software like TinkerCAD, explores various printing materials, and analyzes the financial and operational benefits of integrating 3D printing into simulation centers. Participants will learn to design 3D-printable objects, evaluate material options, and implement sustainable solutions tailored to their specific simulation needs. By the end of the session, attendees will gain the confidence to utilize 3D printing effectively, enhancing accessibility and affordability in simulation training.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 1300 - 1730Using Simulation as a Process to Implement and Redesign Workflows Speakers: Mr Kai Kranz and Mr Pedro Cartaxo Cintra Simulation is widely used in healthcare for educational and research purposes, often focusing on training individuals or teams of healthcare providers. However, healthcare institutions themselves can also benefit from simulation by examining the efficiency of their structures and processes. This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the application of simulation techniques to optimize processes and improve efficiency in various work environments. By leveraging simulation, organizations can identify bottlenecks, test different systems, and develop strategies to enhance productivity and streamline processes. Participants will gain insights into how simulation can be used to test and redesign workflows, work environments and other relevant processes. The workshop will cover various simulation methodologies and techniques to extract the relevant information needed for improvement. Through hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, attendees will learn how to apply these techniques to their own work environments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. This workshop is designed to provide practical knowledge and skills that can be immediately applied to improve workflows and processes in a variety of settings.
Date: 4 November 2025, Tuesday | Time: 1300 - 1730Using Simulation as a Process to Implement and Redesign Workflows
Speakers: Mr Kai Kranz and Mr Pedro Cartaxo Cintra
This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to the application of simulation techniques to optimize processes and improve efficiency in various work environments. By leveraging simulation, organizations can identify bottlenecks, test different systems, and develop strategies to enhance productivity and streamline processes. Participants will gain insights into how simulation can be used to test and redesign workflows, work environments and other relevant processes. The workshop will cover various simulation methodologies and techniques to extract the relevant information needed for improvement.
Through hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, attendees will learn how to apply these techniques to their own work environments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. This workshop is designed to provide practical knowledge and skills that can be immediately applied to improve workflows and processes in a variety of settings.
