In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Dr. Zenab Laiq, cardiologist and cardiac imaging specialist at Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Hospital, Dr. Samuel Wiles, pulmonary critical care physician and associate program director of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Cleveland Clinic's Akron General Hospital, and Dr. Vasu Gupta, internal medicine resident and chief resident at Cleveland Clinic Akron General, about the development of an innovative focused cardiac ultrasound (FCU) curriculum for internal medicine residents. They discuss how simulation, online learning, case-based instruction and hands-on practice were combined to address a training gap, improve resident confidence and enhance bedside diagnostic skills. The guests also share lessons learned from implementation and their vision for expanding point-of-care ultrasound education across specialties to advance both medical education and patient care.

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Dr. Linda Gardner, Senior Director of Nursing Education and Professional Development at Cleveland Clinic, and Theresa Russo, Program Manager for Nursing Education, about Launchpad to Nursing Bootcamp, an innovative pipeline program designed to introduce middle and high school students to careers in nursing. They discuss how immersive, hands-on experiences, simulation activities, and mentorship opportunities help students explore the realities of nursing, develop healthcare knowledge, and envision future careers in the profession. The conversation also addresses the growing nursing shortage, the importance of early career exposure, and Cleveland Clinic’s efforts to build a sustainable nursing workforce through engaging educational pathways. Tune in to learn how Launchpad to Nursing is helping spark interest in healthcare careers and inspiring the next generation of nurses.

In this episode of MedEd Thread, we talk with Loren Hackett, Medical Librarian at Cleveland Clinic Hillcrest Hospital, and Michelle Kraft, Director of Library Services for the Cleveland Clinic Health System, to discuss Already Toast: Caregiving and Burnout in America by Kate Washington. Through the Hillcrest Book Club, they explore the emotional toll of caregiving, the challenges faced by families navigating complex healthcare needs and the importance of empathy, communication and support for caregivers. The discussion highlights how literature can deepen understanding of burnout and inspire more compassionate, patient- and family-centered care. Tune in to learn how storytelling can help healthcare professionals better understand the caregiver experience.