Center for Patient Simulation
Transforming Patient Care Through Simulation
Established in 1997, the Center for Patient Simulation at University of Utah Health has been revolutionizing medical education for over 25 years. Housed under the Department of Anesthesiology, our state-of-the-art facility features highly realistic adult and pediatric human simulators, providing healthcare providers an unparalleled immersive learning experience.
In this controlled setting, healthcare professionals sharpen their skills by tackling real-world patient care challenges. Our advanced digital video recording capabilities allow for thorough reviews, competency assessments, and constructive critiques of both individual and group performances.
Upcoming Courses
MOCA®
Join us for a full day of immersive, hands-on training in a high-fidelity simulation environment designed to strengthen clinical decision-making and crisis management skills. This comprehensive course enables ABA diplomates to fulfill the Practice Performance Assessment and Improvement (PPAI) requirement for MOCA while earning AMA PRA Category 1 CME Credits and renewing their ACLS certification.
Upcoming Dates: November 21, 2025 & December 5, 2025
Duration: 8 hours, 6:30am - 2:30pm
Participants: 5–10
Price: $1,900
Advanced Airway Management Skills
Refine your airway management skills with hands-on, simulation-based training led by board-certified anesthesiologists. This advanced course covers awake fiber-optic intubation (FOI), one-lung ventilation, and cricothyrotomy, using high-fidelity simulation to enhance confidence and patient safety. Designed for anesthesiologists, emergency physicians, and other providers, it prepares clinicians for complex airway challenges.
Upcoming Dates: September 18, 2025 (or by appointment)
Duration: 2 hours, 5-7pm
Participants: 3–10
U of U Anesthesiology Faculty Price: $0
External Faculty Price: $150
Let's Work Together
Our simulation center is a hub for groundbreaking scientific research. With support from prestigious organizations like the NIH, NASA, the US Army, the Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation, and the Department of Anesthesiology, we are at the forefront of advancing medical science.
Mission, Vision, & Values
At the Center for Patient Simulation, we are driven by our commitment to improving healthcare outcomes through innovative simulation-based education. Our mission, vision, and values reflect our dedication to fostering excellence, collaboration, and compassion in everything we do.
To enhance patient safety and quality of care through simulation-based training, research, and medical device innovation.
To be recognized as a global leader in simulation-based healthcare education and a catalyst for innovation in patient care technology.
Excellence: We are committed to the highest standards of simulation-based training and research.
Collaboration: We foster partnerships within the University of Utah, the healthcare community, and industry to improve healthcare outcomes.
Innovation: We continuously explore new methodologies and technologies in simulation to enhance learning and improve patient safety.
Compassion: We recognize the importance of humanism in healthcare practice and training.
