During this time of crisis and programmatic shut downs, many programs and Universities are exploring the possibilities of virtual GTA and MUTA labs to meet student curriculum requirements. This is a difficult prospect. At its core, the intention of GTA MUTA programming is to create safe space where learners can participate in a live, hands-on […]
Tag Archives: simulation
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Mar
Mar
IGMA, the International GTA MUTA Association is a new organization in the field of simulation. The Association of Standardized Patient Educators, ASPE, is an organization dedicated to live patient simulation. The Society of Simulation in Healthcare, SSH, is an organization that supports the advancement of simulation in health care with a focus on the technology […]
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Aug
Aug
Gynecologic Teaching Associates (GTAs) come from all walks of life. They are artists, actors, musicians, social workers, teachers, medical professionals, fire eaters, …yes I said fire eaters!..), and everything in between. So, literally, all walks of life. They bring their personalities to the work as well as their dedication and their talent. One such talented […]
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Dec
Dec
by Clinical Practice Resources Managing Director, Richard Claflin One of the things we all recognize as GTA/MUTA instructors is that we teach an uncomfortable subject that produces a lot of anxiety for learners who are new to performing gynecological, genital or prostate exams. There’s no way around it: these examinations are filled with a lot […]
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Apr
Apr
Post by Isle Polonko: Over the many years I have been actively involved in GTA/MUTA education, I have had the privilege of working with some exceptional people. The work that was completed with Melih Elcin, Professor at Hacettepe University in Ankara Turkey and his faculty was one of the most extraordinary of my entire career. His […]