The Obstetrics Podcast: Transforming OB Emergency Training Through Virtual Simulation
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The Obstetrics Podcast: Transforming OB Emergency Training Through Virtual Simulation
In a recent episode of The Obstetrics Podcast, Dr. Lisbeth McKinnon — an OB hospitalist and clinical leader with Ob Hospitalist Group (OBHG) — shares her vision for how virtual simulation is transforming how obstetric teams prepare for emergencies.
As she describes, this isn’t simply a workaround for remote training — it’s a powerful tool that enhances clinical skills, team dynamics, and ultimately, patient safety.
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