In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Mikaela Baucco, Nursing Professional Development Specialist at Cleveland Clinic, about Communicating with Care, a program designed to strengthen professionalism, communication and teamwork across nursing teams. Mikaela discusses psychological safety, managing conflict, flattening hierarchy and practical communication strategies that empower caregivers to build stronger teams and improve patient care. Tune in to learn how intentional communication can foster a more collaborative and respectful healthcare environment.

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Stormy Sweitzer, PhD, MBA, MPH, PCC, Senior Program Manager in Cleveland Clinic's Office of Interprofessional Learning; Nichole Brown, PhD, MSN, RN, CHSE-A, Senior Education Specialist in the Simulation and Advanced Skills Center; and Maureen Washock, BSN, RN, CPN, CHSE , Simulation Education Specialist, about the use of generative AI to enhance simulation scenario development. They discuss how AI and human expertise can work together to create high-quality, standardized simulation experiences, reduce development time and support educational consistency across a global health system. Additionally, they explore the importance of expert validation, AI literacy and maintaining the human element in educational design. Tune in to learn how this innovative approach is shaping the future of simulation-based learning while preserving the critical role of educators and clinical experts.

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Dr. William Albabish, Director of Anatomy, and Dr. Andrea Di Sebastiano, Associate Director of Anatomy at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, about a novel fellowship designed to prepare PhD scientists from adjacent fields for careers in anatomy education. They discuss how immersive donor-based dissection, teaching, curriculum development, educational technology and structured mentorship are helping address a growing shortage of anatomy educators. Tune in to learn how this competency-based approach is creating new pathways into anatomy education while preparing faculty for the evolving needs of medical learners.