A PATMDTA Scholar Innovator Studio Series by Lisa Ricker

About the Series

SIM Pop‑UP Central is a hands-on, high‑energy micro‑learning series led by Lisa Ricker, known for her inventive builds, compassionate teaching style, end‑of‑episode kindness moments, and uncanny ability to repurpose “that strange thing from the supply closet” into a high‑fidelity educational tool.

Designed for simulation professionals, nurses, technicians, medical educators, residents, and global partners, this series breaks down SIM innovation into approachable, buildable, replicable steps. Every episode gives you something you can use tomorrow.

What You’ll Get in Every Episode

• A “How to use this in a workshop” guide straight from Lisa
• Pop‑up definitions and SIM lingo for learners
• Cost, build‑time, and utility breakdowns
• Interprofessional commentary—edited‑in scholar insights showing real‑world applications
• Linked resources, citations, downloadable handouts, and a Microlearning step-by-step guide
• PATMDTA‑branded structural elements for consistency
• Opportunities for YOU to submit ideas or share how you’d use the tool

And yes… Lisa’s signature end‑of‑episode kindness!

Launch Episode: Heart and Lung Sounds Trainers

In this debut episode, Lisa walks you through:

• The origin story of “Chloe” and the philosophy behind pop‑up SIM
• What makes a high‑yield heart and lung sounds trainer
• The build: materials, steps, assembly tips
• “How to use this in a workshop or educational session”
• Quick definitions & SIM lingo (pops up on‑screen)
• Interprofessional perspectives from the PATMDTA community
• Cost, time, and utility breakdown
• Ideas for adapting this build to different clinical contexts

Episode 2: Making Trach Trainers

In this debut episode, Lisa walks you through how to transform a low-fidelity mannequin into a high-value training tool for under $25. Learn how she created a durable, practical trach trainer and how to use them in classes or workshops. Use the Materials List to try it yourself in your own SIM trainings!

Community Engagement

We believe SIM grows stronger when people build and share together.