Programs

There are a wide range of programs supported by N-CASE, with the primary focus on surgical education and research. Better and safer surgical practices are improved through advances in research and development of effective educational programs.
There is a diverse range of educational programs for a variety of learners, including nursing students, medical students, residents, and practicing physicians. Each program has been designed to maximize learning for that specific audience, and may incorporate such resources as simulators and inanimate models.
There exists a large range of research opportunities in the laboratory. Examples are: physical examination model development and assessment with Dr. Carla Pugh, MD, PhD, Motor skill learning and evaluation; in collaboration with the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago and Dr. Fernando Mussa-Ivaldi, Ph.D. to N.O.T.E.S. research. Other interesting areas of research include error avoidance and management, and instrument development.