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Education Management Solutions Recognizes Innovators in Clinical Simulation

On January 6, 2026, Education Management Solutions (EMS), a prominent name in healthcare simulation and competency management, announced its esteemed nominees for the 17th Annual Excellence in Clinical Simulation Awards. This annual event shines a spotlight on outstanding contributions within the realm of simulation-based education in healthcare. The awards are an opportunity for EMS to acknowledge the hard work of those dedicated to improving healthcare training through innovative simulation practices.

Celebrating Excellence in Healthcare Education

Each year, EMS honors a select group of individuals and teams that exemplify the highest standards of excellence. As Louis Faustini, CEO of EMS, articulated, "We are proud to celebrate the educators, innovators, and program leaders who are raising the bar for what simulation can achieve." These nominees not only represent a commitment to advancing educational methodologies but also contribute significantly to enhancing the quality of patient care—a core mission of EMS.

The Nominees

This year’s nominees are categorized into three main awards:

1. Pioneer Award

This award recognizes individuals who are breaking new ground in clinical simulation training.

• - Becky Anglin, DNP, RN, CHSE - Rocky Vista University Montana College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• - Les Barta, EdD(c), MPA, NRP, CHSE - Rutgers Health, Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy.
• - Annette Davis - Florida International University.

2. Advocate Award

The Advocate Award honors individual or team efforts to promote learning through clinical simulation.

• - Johanna Derrenbacker, MSN, RN, NE-BC, NPD-BC, CHSE - Central Virginia Center for Simulation and Virtual Learning.
• - Rachel True, MPH - Samuel Merritt University.
• - Team: Kara Templeton, RN, BSN, CHSE; Emily Pritchard, RN BSN; Henry Moulder, MBA, CHSOS; and Maria Shane - Prisma Health Simulation Center - Greenville.

3. Champion Award

This category recognizes those who champion state-of-the-art clinical simulation technology.

• - Joy Flicker, MSN, RN - Alvernia University, John and Karen Arnold School of Nursing.
• - Kate Lindley, MSN, RN, CHSOS, CHSE - Rasmussen University.
• - Maria E. Vazquez-Amaral, JD, MEd - Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Medicine.

The Announcement Ceremony

The winners of these prestigious awards will be revealed at the upcoming International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) to be held in San Antonio, Texas. This event serves as a platform for industry professionals to gather, share knowledge, and recognize innovative practices in the field.

About Education Management Solutions (EMS)

EMS is committed to redefining the landscape of healthcare simulation and competency development. Utilizing cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches, their product, SIMULATIONiQ 2.0, delivers an enriched experience for healthcare educators and simulation learners. With advanced user interfaces and AI-powered insights, EMS is poised to meet the evolving needs of educational programs in healthcare while promoting superior patient care standards.

In summary, the 17th Annual Excellence in Clinical Simulation Awards indeed promises to be a celebration of the remarkable contributions of leaders in healthcare education. As the nominees represent the very best future of simulation-based learning, the EMS continues to inspire and elevate healthcare training to unprecedented heights.