Beyond the Lecture Hall: Revolutionizing Medical Education Through Innovation

In this episode of Voices of Otolaryngology, Rahul K. Shah, MD, MBA, AAO-HNS/F EVP/CEO, talks with Vince Loffredo, EdD, Chief Learning Officer at the American Society for Anesthesiology, about the future of medical education, providing advice to lecturers on how to engage audiences. They discuss how technology has accelerated changes in medical learning, moving from traditional lectures toward micro-learning, interactive formats, and personalized education. Dr. Loffredo shares insights on engaging learners through gamification, virtual reality, social media platforms, and continuous educational experiences, emphasizing collaborative, team-based learning across specialties.

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