Faculty Development
Welcome to the Faculty Development Resource Hub. The mission of the Faculty Development Program at the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine is to cultivate a community of dedicated physicians committed to excellence in medical education, research, and practice. We aim to enhance the knowledge, skills, and teaching abilities of our faculty members and community partners, preparing them to inspire and educate the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Faculty Development Resources
Faculty Development Opportunities
The Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) provides a rich array of opportunities. Each offering is crafted to provide tangible professional development benefits. Explore the opportunities detailed below.
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BBLS features faculty development presentations delivered via Zoom and in-person during the lunch hour. These sessions cover a diverse range of topics, including educational methodologies, wellness, scholarship and research. We bring together clinicians, researchers, medical educators, and professionals within OCOM, across Central Florida and beyond. (Calendar coming soon).
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Coming soon: An exceptional series of grand rounds featuring presentations by renowned experts in various medical specialties, in-depth discussions on the latest advancements in patient care and opportunities for interactive Q&A sessions with speakers. Our Grand Rounds will showcase progressive clinical insights from highly skilled practitioners inclusive of interdisciplinary perspectives from leading professionals.
We have joined forces with Lakeland Regional Health (LRH) to provide expanded opportunities for our faculty to earn AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits.
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The Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine, provides limited institutional access to the International Association of Medical Science Educators (IAMSE). As a premier nonprofit organization, IAMSE is dedicated to advancing health professions education. Through IAMSE's annual conferences, webinar series, and peer-reviewed journal, faculty can stay current with cutting-edge educational practices, and engage with thought leaders in health sciences education.
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As part of our IAMSE membership, the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine faculty have access to the IAMSE Webcast Audio Seminar Series. These engaging seminars serve as a hub for exchanging medical education leading insights on the most pressing topics in medical education. Faculty can participate in limited live sessions, fostering real-time interaction with presenters, or access recordings at their convenience. These seminars provide an excellent opportunity to stay current with educational trends, gather innovative ideas, and connect with a global community of health professions educators. Web Seminar Archives
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Join engaging, lively conversations on current trends in health sciences education by visiting IAMSECafe on the first and third Tuesday of each month. Sessions offer opportunities to network with colleagues worldwide.
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The Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine provides faculty access to Teaching Professor. Teaching Professor is a valuable resource designed to support and enhance the skills of faculty members across various disciplines. This comprehensive platform offers: monthly newsletters packed with practical teaching strategies, webinars featuring expert educators sharing innovative techniques, online courses for in-depth exploration of teaching topics and a wealth of articles on current trends in higher education.
To access Teaching Professor, log in at: http://teachingprofessor.com to stay current with best practices, connect with fellow educators, and continually refine your teaching skills.
For username, password and access instructions, contact the Director of Faculty Development: Dr. Alexandria Brice - abrice@ocom.org
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The Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine has an institutional subscription to the Teaching Physician. Teaching Physician resource covers essential topics for medical educators, including instructional methods, constructive feedback techniques, assessment strategies, and core principles of clinical supervision. Gain access to complimentary online professional development resources, covering topics such as: enhancing clinical instruction skills, mastering public speaking techniques, implementing active learning strategies, navigating competency-based medical education and more.
To access Teaching Physician, log in at: https://www.teachingphysician.org/login
For username, password and access instructions, contact the Director of Faculty Development: Dr. Alexandria Brice - abrice@ocom.org
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MedEdPORTAL serves as a valuable complement to our faculty development initiatives in health professions education. This free-access repository, provided by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), offers peer-reviewed teaching and assessment resources across various healthcare disciplines.
Medical Education Research
Advancing medical education through rigorous research is a cornerstone of our institution's commitment to excellence. We offer comprehensive support to faculty members interested in exploring and contributing to medical education research:
Methodological Guidance: Our experienced research team provides expert advice on study design, data collection methods, and analytical approaches tailored to medical education research.
Literature Review Assistance: Get help navigating the vast landscape of existing research to identify gaps and opportunities for impactful studies.
Collaboration Opportunities: Connect with colleagues across departments and institutions to form interdisciplinary research teams.
Data Analysis Consultation: Access support for both quantitative and qualitative data analysis techniques specific to medical education research.
Publication Strategy: Get advice on selecting appropriate journals and crafting manuscripts to effectively disseminate your research findings.
Ethical Considerations: Receive guidance on navigating the ethical considerations and IRB processes unique to medical education research.
Whether you're new to medical education research or looking to expand your existing research portfolio, our research team is here to support your journey. We encourage faculty members to explore the exciting possibilities in medical education research and contribute to the advancement of our field.
To discuss your research ideas, please contact our Research Director:
Dr. Latha Ganti, Director of Research
Email: lganti@ocom.org
Library Liaisons
Our dedicated Library Liaison team is committed to empowering faculty with the tools needed to excel in research, teaching, and scholarly activities by offering a range of specialized support:
Literature Search Assistance: Refine your research strategies and uncover key resources in your field.
Scholarly Publication Guidance: Identify high-impact journals and navigate the publication process with confidence.
Resource Optimization: Learn to maximize the use of our extensive digital and print collections.
Information Literacy Support: Enhance your skills in evaluating and ethically using information sources.
Digital Tools and Resources: Stay current with the latest research technologies and databases.
Copyright and Fair Use Advisory: Navigate the complexities of using copyrighted materials in your teaching and research.
For assistance or to learn more about our Library Services, please contact:
Kelly Peter, Director of Library Services
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