Center for Advanced Medical Learning and Simulation (CAMLS)

11/19/2025

11/19/2025

Check out the November 2025 edition of the CAMLS Insider Newsletter!

Stay informed and inspired with our latest news and updates:

Email from USF Health, CAMLS November 2025 Newsletter November 2025 Greetings! This year has been a remarkable chapter for USF Health CAMLS — a year defined by global partnerships, groundbreaking coll

11/12/2025

When the bleed won’t stop… we bring in the Blakemore tube! 💥

Our amazing residents jumped into a high-intensity upper GI bleed simulation, led by our Simulation Fellow, mastering airway management, hemodynamic stabilization, and advanced procedural skills. These sessions push us to think fast, act together, and prepare for the toughest real-life cases. 🩸💪

11/11/2025

Today, we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice inspire us. Thank you to all Veterans for your service.

11/10/2025

We’re excited to support our community through a food drive for ! With the growing need in our area, every donation counts.

Deadline: Now through Friday, November 21
Drop-off location: 1st floor lobby, across from the reception desk

No donation is too small—just a few items can make a big difference. Swipe to see a list of most-needed items and help us make an impact! 💛

11/05/2025

Our Executive Director, Dr. Haru Okuda, represented USF Health CAMLS at the 2025 Annual Meeting in San Antonio—an inspiring gathering of leaders shaping the future of academic medicine.

The event featured thought-provoking discussions on the evolving landscape of healthcare education, innovation, and policy. Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy opened the meeting with a powerful message about strengthening communication with our communities and patients to highlight the true value of our work.

A standout session on Leadership and the Politics of Health: Global Perspectives reinforced themes that closely align with our mission at CAMLS: advancing global collaboration in research, education, and simulation-based training.

We’re inspired by the conversations and connections shaping the future of academic medicine—and proud to be part of this momentum.

10/22/2025

Congratulations to our Medical Director, Dr. Luis Llerena, MD, FACS, MAMSE, CHSE-A, who was honored with the Diamond Award at the Brain Expansions Scholastic Training - BEST Program's 20th Anniversary Gala!

This honor recognizes Dr. Llerena’s exceptional contributions, innovative leadership, and unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare education and patient safety.

B.E.S.T. has been inspiring future health professionals since 2004—serving over 5,000 students, awarding $50,000+ in scholarships, and achieving a 97% high school success rate, with more than 70% of participants pursuing STEM majors.

We are also thrilled to share that CAMLS received the 2025 Healthcare & Innovation Partner of the Year Award, recognizing our shared mission to prepare and empower the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Llerena and celebrating this recognition of his remarkable impact!

10/21/2025

Take Your ECMO Skills to the Next Level Through Hands-On Simulation

Join ECMO Lifesavers: Advancing Care Through Best Practices and Immersive Simulation — a 2-day, hands-on course at CAMLS in Tampa, FL, in collaboration with Tampa General Hospital.

📅 January 26–27, 2026

Designed for physicians, APPs, nurses, ECMO specialists, and perfusionists, this intensive program empowers participants to:

- Master troubleshooting for ECMO emergencies
- Strengthen interprofessional teamwork and communication
- Apply the latest evidence-based protocols in real-world simulations

Advance your clinical confidence and elevate your ECMO practice.
Limited spots available: https://camls-us.org/programs/ecmo-lifesavers-advancing-care-through-best-practices-and-immersive-simulation/

10/21/2025

Safe procedures begin with excellent training. For International Infection Prevention Week, CAMLS celebrates the power of simulation and skills-based education. Our Central Line Placement training builds clinician confidence, reduces infection risks, and supports our vision of improving healthcare through lifelong education and training.

10/15/2025

Today on World Allergy Awareness Day, we’re reminded of the importance of advancing knowledge in allergy and immunology to improve patient care worldwide.

Join us at USF Health CAMLS for the 2026 Symposium Update in Allergy and Immunology, taking place January 16–17, 2026 in Tampa, Florida.

This annual event will highlight the latest breakthroughs and evidence-based recommendations in allergy and immunology, with sessions covering:

• Airway diseases
• Food allergies
• Immunodeficiency
• Dermatologic conditions
• Anaphylaxis and other atopic disorders

A hands-on Rhinoscopy Skills Lab will also be available on the first day of the symposium.

This activity is designed for physicians, fellows, residents, and medical students in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Otolaryngology, and Allergy and Immunology.

Learn more and register: https://camls-us.org/programs/2025-symposium-update-in-allergy-and-immunology-and-rhinoscopy-hands-on-workshop/

10/07/2025

Health Scholars from recently met with our team for a firsthand look at the world of healthcare simulation at CAMLS. They learned how simulation drives patient safety and discovered career paths in the dynamic field of healthcare simulation.

10/01/2025

Check out the September 2025 edition of the CAMLS Insider Newsletter!

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