Kimeran
Evans,
PT, DPT, PhD
Associate Professor, Division of Physical Therapy
West Virginia University
Kimeran Evans obtained her PhD in Public Health from West Virginia University and Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is coordinator of integrated clinical education and community health projects, as well as the instructor for physical therapy interventional and educational courses. Kimeran is currently a Physical Therapist and Associate Professor in the Division of Physical Therapy at West Virginia University. Her research interests include interprofessional education and practice, clinical education, and the effect of physical therapy and healthcare interventions on both therapist and patient outcomes. She is involved in Interprofessional Education activities and initiatives at WVU.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
Background Physical and Occupational Therapy students consistently find it difficult to function in acute care settings due to the critical nature of patients, the need for teamwork and communication, and quick decision making required to treat the patient effectively and safely. The aim of this research project and simulation is to provide meaningful and authentic experiences in a simulated, high stakes, acute care environment with interprofessional disciplines collaborating to perform early mobility with a critical patient (high-fidelity mannequin) and family member (Standardized Patient).…