3 March to 5 March 2025 – The Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre (CSSC) at IMU Bukit Jalil hosted an engaging and transformative workshop on simulation-based education and Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) for a delegation of healthcare educators from Kazakhstan. This immersive experience aimed to elevate clinical teaching and assessment practices, equipping participants with cutting-edge methodologies.

Led by CSSC’s faculty, the workshop featured hands-on training in simulation-based learning, simulated patient programme, medical moulage, OSCE station design, and best practices in clinical assessment.

From crafting high-impact scenarios to integrating standardised patients and moulage, the sessions provided delegates with practical insights to enhance their educational strategies.

A key highlight of the workshop was the moulage training, where participants learned the art of creating realistic medical conditions using special effects makeup and prosthetics.

This session emphasised the importance of visual realism in simulation-based education, enhancing the authenticity of training scenarios.

Another significant component was the introduction to the Simulated Patient (SP) Programme, where delegates explored how trained individuals can play the role of real patients to enhance clinical assessments. This session covered SP recruitment, training, and the role of feedback in developing learners’ communication and diagnostic skills.

Our Simulation specialist highlighted the power of simulation in medical training, stating, “Simulation bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering a safe space for learners to hone their clinical skills. This workshop is about empowering educators to take their teaching to the next level.”

Throughout the programme, delegates engaged in dynamic discussions, live simulation demos, and hands-on OSCE station development. They collaborated on refining assessment rubrics and explored how to adapt simulation-based education to Kazakhstan’s unique healthcare landscape.

The IMU delegates underscored the value of global knowledge exchange, saying, “We are thrilled to share our expertise with our colleagues from Kazakhstan. Strengthening international partnerships in medical education fosters innovation and excellence in healthcare training.”

The workshop concluded with a certificate ceremony, celebrating the participants’ enthusiasm and commitment to advancing medical education. The Kazakhstan delegates expressed excitement about applying their newfound knowledge and strategies back home.

This workshop is yet another milestone in CSSC’s mission to drive excellence in clinical education through international collaboration. With more initiatives on the horizon, the future of global medical training looks brighter than ever!

Written by Jacintha Anita Aroksamy
Reviewed by Dr Juliet Mathew & Joann Lalita Nathan