ATSU-KCOM students saddle up and sweep annual simulation challenges

ATSU-KCOM students saddle up and sweep annual simulation challenges

The spirit of the Old West met the cutting edge of medical education this April as A.T. Still University's Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine (KCOM) hosted the 7th Annual Simulation Challenge.

The event, held Saturday, April 11, combined rigorous clinical testing with a "Wild Wild West" theme, bringing a high-energy "Edu-Tainment" atmosphere to the clinical simulation labs. Six teams of four - consisting of two second-year and two first-year students - competed in high-stakes medical scenarios, judged by a panel of experts.

Team Glascow Cowboy Scale galloped away with the top prize. Members Edmund Conroy, OMS II; Elliott Briddle, OMS II; Charles "Chuck" Cooper, OMS I; and Madhuran "Maddy" Selvaa, OMS I, were awarded a $100 cash prize and unique 3D-printed A.T. Still trophies, custom-made by the University's own 3D print shop.

Defending the home turf: Regional success

The Glascow Cowboy Scale team advanced to the 3rd Annual Regional Simulation Challenge on Saturday, April 18. ATSU-KCOM hosted challengers from Kansas City University and the defending champions from Southern Illinois University.

The judging panel crowned ATSU-KCOM the regional winners. The winning students received a $250 cash prize and gold 3D-printed A.T. Still trophies. Their achievement will be permanently commemorated with photos displayed in the trophy case on the first floor of the Interprofessional Education Building.

These events were made possible through the generous support of ATSU-KCOM Alumni and the University Advancement Team.

Enjoy these photos from the event!