Tina Chen, MD

I am simulation director for the emergency medicine residency at Saint Louis University, as well as the associate dean of simulation and clinical skills for SLU School of Medicine. These roles have given me broad experience in designing and implementing high-yield simulation curriculum for clinicians at various stages of training, from pre-clerkship students to seasoned physicians.

I’ve served on the Simulation Academy executive committee since 2020, as member-at-large, vice president of the education subcommittee, and secretary. During my terms, I’ve acquired a holistic view of the Simulation Academy’s activities across all its subcommittees, as well as its position within the broader Society for Academic Emergency Medicine. Additionally, I’ve focused on building a robust community for simulation educators to connect and collaborate with each other, resulting in multiple national conference presentations, manuscripts, workgroups, and other instances of scholarly work. Organizing these initiatives required strong communication skills, future-oriented thinking, and a commitment to supporting and uniting team members’ goals, contributions, and perspectives - all useful strengths for the president-elect role.

In running for the president-elect of Simulation Academy, I hope to continue a culture that welcomes simulation educators to a connected national network. Simulation Academy has been integral for my professional growth. By building opportunities for Simulation Academy members to network and share ideas, I hope to create the same growth opportunities for others. As president-elect, I will strive to ensure the Simulation Academy remains a community that champions member interests, generates collaborative scholarship, and accelerates career growth.