Faculty Development & Medical Education Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/faculty-development-medical-education Hear what professionals have to say about what shapes medical education. © 2026 University of Aberdeen c4368310-b41f-54f4-995f-ac72274d71ec yes en Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:15:04 +0000 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:16:16 +0000 https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/61704 https://img.transistorcdn.com/tG8I9AIJWJjZRDStJd5QJhCUF7rrMYxkGmottrp7ku0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82NDc3/ZGE3ZGY4MDNhN2Q1/ODAwNTY1MzM2Mjhh/NDdjNi5wbmc.jpg Faculty Development & Medical Education https://learn.nes.nhs.scot/61704 episodic University of Aberdeen Hear what professionals have to say about what shapes medical education. Hear what professionals have to say about what shapes medical education.. University, ABDN, NHS, Medical University of Aberdeen No No Inclusive Language in Medical Education 11 11 Inclusive Language in Medical Education full 8f850035-b07a-4a4f-9ca1-ac47c12e0a9e https://share.transistor.fm/s/5b258cfd In this episode, Kim Walker speaks with Vidyut, a fifth-year medical student, and Dr Brawley, a consultant in sexual health and HIV medicine, about the importance of gender-inclusive language in healthcare. They discuss how small changes in communication can improve patient trust and access to care, particularly for LGBTQ+ communities, and why building confidence in inclusive communication is an important part of medical education.

]]> In this episode, Kim Walker speaks with Vidyut, a fifth-year medical student, and Dr Brawley, a consultant in sexual health and HIV medicine, about the importance of gender-inclusive language in healthcare. They discuss how small changes in communication can improve patient trust and access to care, particularly for LGBTQ+ communities, and why building confidence in inclusive communication is an important part of medical education.

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:40:26 +0000 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1829 In this episode, Kim Walker speaks with Vidyut, a fifth-year medical student, and Dr Brawley, a consultant in sexual health and HIV medicine, about the importance of gender-inclusive language in healthcare. They discuss how small changes in communication can improve patient trust and access to care, particularly for LGBTQ+ communities, and why building confidence in inclusive communication is an important part of medical education.

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No AI in Medical Education 10 10 AI in Medical Education full b0958cf9-ee5e-4f47-9210-6abc65f123d8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b313e4d0 In this episode, we dive into the fast-evolving world of AI and its growing impact on medical education. Join clinical educators and digital leads from the NHS and Aberdeen Medical School as they unpack how AI, from diagnostic tools to ChatGPT, is reshaping teaching, learning, and the future of clinical practice.

Whether you're a curious educator, a sceptical clinician, or a digital native student, this conversation sheds light on how AI can enhance, not replace, our roles. From personalized learning and smarter exam prep to ethical concerns and practical guardrails, it’s all about empowering faculty and students to navigate the digital shift with confidence, not fear.

- Featuring real-world use cases
- Debunking AI myths in medicine
- Tips for using generative AI responsibly
- Why "trust but verify" is the new mantra in digital education

Tune in and discover why AI in medical education isn’t just coming, it’s already here.

]]> In this episode, we dive into the fast-evolving world of AI and its growing impact on medical education. Join clinical educators and digital leads from the NHS and Aberdeen Medical School as they unpack how AI, from diagnostic tools to ChatGPT, is reshaping teaching, learning, and the future of clinical practice.

Whether you're a curious educator, a sceptical clinician, or a digital native student, this conversation sheds light on how AI can enhance, not replace, our roles. From personalized learning and smarter exam prep to ethical concerns and practical guardrails, it’s all about empowering faculty and students to navigate the digital shift with confidence, not fear.

- Featuring real-world use cases
- Debunking AI myths in medicine
- Tips for using generative AI responsibly
- Why "trust but verify" is the new mantra in digital education

Tune in and discover why AI in medical education isn’t just coming, it’s already here.

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:43:16 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1775 In this episode, we dive into the fast-evolving world of AI and its growing impact on medical education. Join clinical educators and digital leads from the NHS and Aberdeen Medical School as they unpack how AI, from diagnostic tools to ChatGPT, is reshaping teaching, learning, and the future of clinical practice.

Whether you're a curious educator, a sceptical clinician, or a digital native student, this conversation sheds light on how AI can enhance, not replace, our roles. From personalized learning and smarter exam prep to ethical concerns and practical guardrails, it’s all about empowering faculty and students to navigate the digital shift with confidence, not fear.

- Featuring real-world use cases
- Debunking AI myths in medicine
- Tips for using generative AI responsibly
- Why "trust but verify" is the new mantra in digital education

Tune in and discover why AI in medical education isn’t just coming, it’s already here.

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Placements and Clinical Experience 9 9 Placements and Clinical Experience full 1ea03bea-4e95-47ab-abac-ca6f5da4851d https://share.transistor.fm/s/fa996d31 In this episode, we go behind the scenes of medical student placements with Kim Walker, Ashley Meldrum, and Moraig Gordon from the University of Aberdeen. From first years finding their feet to senior students embedded in clinical teams, placements are critical—but they can be overwhelming, both for students and for busy NHS staff.

Kim, Ashley, and Moraig explain how their team bridges the gap, offering on-the-ground support to students while working closely with clinical educators to keep placements running smoothly. It’s all about relationships, problem-solving, and making sure students—and staff—feel supported, informed, and ready for real-world healthcare environments.

Featuring:
- How the team supports 300+ medical students on placement
- What clinicians need to know when supervising students
- Why uniforms, lanyards, and visibility matter
- Top tips for making teaching feel less daunting in busy clinical settings

]]> In this episode, we go behind the scenes of medical student placements with Kim Walker, Ashley Meldrum, and Moraig Gordon from the University of Aberdeen. From first years finding their feet to senior students embedded in clinical teams, placements are critical—but they can be overwhelming, both for students and for busy NHS staff.

Kim, Ashley, and Moraig explain how their team bridges the gap, offering on-the-ground support to students while working closely with clinical educators to keep placements running smoothly. It’s all about relationships, problem-solving, and making sure students—and staff—feel supported, informed, and ready for real-world healthcare environments.

Featuring:
- How the team supports 300+ medical students on placement
- What clinicians need to know when supervising students
- Why uniforms, lanyards, and visibility matter
- Top tips for making teaching feel less daunting in busy clinical settings

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:42:28 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1646 In this episode, we go behind the scenes of medical student placements with Kim Walker, Ashley Meldrum, and Moraig Gordon from the University of Aberdeen. From first years finding their feet to senior students embedded in clinical teams, placements are critical—but they can be overwhelming, both for students and for busy NHS staff.

Kim, Ashley, and Moraig explain how their team bridges the gap, offering on-the-ground support to students while working closely with clinical educators to keep placements running smoothly. It’s all about relationships, problem-solving, and making sure students—and staff—feel supported, informed, and ready for real-world healthcare environments.

Featuring:
- How the team supports 300+ medical students on placement
- What clinicians need to know when supervising students
- Why uniforms, lanyards, and visibility matter
- Top tips for making teaching feel less daunting in busy clinical settings

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Years 4 to 5 of the MBChB Curriculum 8 8 Years 4 to 5 of the MBChB Curriculum full 01090847-9532-47fb-992d-ea59d2bf7492 https://share.transistor.fm/s/22e2443e What does it take to turn medical students into doctors? In this episode, Dr Kim Walker is joined by Dr Craig Brown (Deputy Year 5 Lead and Simulation Lead) and Dr Owen Dempsey (Year 5 Lead and CBL Lead) to unpack what learning looks like in the final stages of Aberdeen’s MBChB programme.

They discuss the role of year 5 as a true "apprenticeship year," how simulation helps develop clinical reasoning, and how NHS clinicians—new or experienced—can support students in becoming confident, capable, and safe doctors.

Key Topics:
- Year 5 as an experiential, apprenticeship-style year
- Using simulation to build confidence and clinical reasoning
- Feedback, inclusion, and the culture of team-based learning
- How clinicians can support and get involved—from OSCEs to electives

]]> What does it take to turn medical students into doctors? In this episode, Dr Kim Walker is joined by Dr Craig Brown (Deputy Year 5 Lead and Simulation Lead) and Dr Owen Dempsey (Year 5 Lead and CBL Lead) to unpack what learning looks like in the final stages of Aberdeen’s MBChB programme.

They discuss the role of year 5 as a true "apprenticeship year," how simulation helps develop clinical reasoning, and how NHS clinicians—new or experienced—can support students in becoming confident, capable, and safe doctors.

Key Topics:
- Year 5 as an experiential, apprenticeship-style year
- Using simulation to build confidence and clinical reasoning
- Feedback, inclusion, and the culture of team-based learning
- How clinicians can support and get involved—from OSCEs to electives

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:40:24 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 2212 What does it take to turn medical students into doctors? In this episode, Dr Kim Walker is joined by Dr Craig Brown (Deputy Year 5 Lead and Simulation Lead) and Dr Owen Dempsey (Year 5 Lead and CBL Lead) to unpack what learning looks like in the final stages of Aberdeen’s MBChB programme.

They discuss the role of year 5 as a true "apprenticeship year," how simulation helps develop clinical reasoning, and how NHS clinicians—new or experienced—can support students in becoming confident, capable, and safe doctors.

Key Topics:
- Year 5 as an experiential, apprenticeship-style year
- Using simulation to build confidence and clinical reasoning
- Feedback, inclusion, and the culture of team-based learning
- How clinicians can support and get involved—from OSCEs to electives

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Years 1 to 3 of the MBChB Curriculum 7 7 Years 1 to 3 of the MBChB Curriculum full 9b3b3779-c0b2-43ad-a589-a8994c7de9f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/119dce58 What does the journey from first-year lectures to third-year clinical placements look like - and what role do clinical educators play along the way?

In this episode, Dr Kim Walker speaks with Dr Alison Jack (Year 1 Lead), Dr Pietro Marini (Year 2 Lead), and Dr Jerry Morse (Year 3 Lead and Simulation Educator) to unpack how the early years of Aberdeen’s MBChB programme prepare students for senior clinical work. They explore how teaching evolves across the first three years, how placements are structured, and why getting students engaged early is key to developing confident, capable doctors.

Key Topics:
- The structure of learning across Years 1–3
- What clinicians should expect from junior students
- How to support students who are still building confidence
- Why engagement, enthusiasm, and access matter

]]> What does the journey from first-year lectures to third-year clinical placements look like - and what role do clinical educators play along the way?

In this episode, Dr Kim Walker speaks with Dr Alison Jack (Year 1 Lead), Dr Pietro Marini (Year 2 Lead), and Dr Jerry Morse (Year 3 Lead and Simulation Educator) to unpack how the early years of Aberdeen’s MBChB programme prepare students for senior clinical work. They explore how teaching evolves across the first three years, how placements are structured, and why getting students engaged early is key to developing confident, capable doctors.

Key Topics:
- The structure of learning across Years 1–3
- What clinicians should expect from junior students
- How to support students who are still building confidence
- Why engagement, enthusiasm, and access matter

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:39:00 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1846 What does the journey from first-year lectures to third-year clinical placements look like - and what role do clinical educators play along the way?

In this episode, Dr Kim Walker speaks with Dr Alison Jack (Year 1 Lead), Dr Pietro Marini (Year 2 Lead), and Dr Jerry Morse (Year 3 Lead and Simulation Educator) to unpack how the early years of Aberdeen’s MBChB programme prepare students for senior clinical work. They explore how teaching evolves across the first three years, how placements are structured, and why getting students engaged early is key to developing confident, capable doctors.

Key Topics:
- The structure of learning across Years 1–3
- What clinicians should expect from junior students
- How to support students who are still building confidence
- Why engagement, enthusiasm, and access matter

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Leadership In Medical Education 6 6 Leadership In Medical Education full 4e326fea-281a-48c4-a29a-012d4be0808e https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3dd5eed What does it take to lead a top-ranking medical programme in a time of enormous change?

In this episode, Dr Kim Walker is joined by Dr. Wendy Watson (MBChB Programme Lead) and Professor Colin Lumsden (Director of the Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences) to explore how leadership, innovation, and teamwork are shaping the future of medical education at Aberdeen.

From adapting to increasing student numbers to integrating AI and technology, this honest and wide-ranging discussion covers everything from curriculum reform to clinical educator support—and why co-producing change with students and junior doctors is more important than ever.

Highlights:
- Vision and challenges of leading a modern medical school
- Balancing student growth with clinical placement quality
- The evolving role of the clinical educator in 2025
- Integrating AI and uncertainty into teaching
- Why co-production with students and residents is essential for success

]]> What does it take to lead a top-ranking medical programme in a time of enormous change?

In this episode, Dr Kim Walker is joined by Dr. Wendy Watson (MBChB Programme Lead) and Professor Colin Lumsden (Director of the Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences) to explore how leadership, innovation, and teamwork are shaping the future of medical education at Aberdeen.

From adapting to increasing student numbers to integrating AI and technology, this honest and wide-ranging discussion covers everything from curriculum reform to clinical educator support—and why co-producing change with students and junior doctors is more important than ever.

Highlights:
- Vision and challenges of leading a modern medical school
- Balancing student growth with clinical placement quality
- The evolving role of the clinical educator in 2025
- Integrating AI and uncertainty into teaching
- Why co-production with students and residents is essential for success

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:37:17 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1947 What does it take to lead a top-ranking medical programme in a time of enormous change?

In this episode, Dr Kim Walker is joined by Dr. Wendy Watson (MBChB Programme Lead) and Professor Colin Lumsden (Director of the Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences) to explore how leadership, innovation, and teamwork are shaping the future of medical education at Aberdeen.

From adapting to increasing student numbers to integrating AI and technology, this honest and wide-ranging discussion covers everything from curriculum reform to clinical educator support—and why co-producing change with students and junior doctors is more important than ever.

Highlights:
- Vision and challenges of leading a modern medical school
- Balancing student growth with clinical placement quality
- The evolving role of the clinical educator in 2025
- Integrating AI and uncertainty into teaching
- Why co-production with students and residents is essential for success

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No The role of simulation in medical education 5 5 The role of simulation in medical education full ef5c3035-1a54-4a56-952e-20e7dc718e65 https://share.transistor.fm/s/03a7babb In this podcast we are discussing what the role of simulation is in medical education and in the delivery of the MBChB Curriculum at the University of Aberdeen. We are joined by Dr Jerry Morse, lead for Clinical Simulation and the lead for Year 3.

]]> In this podcast we are discussing what the role of simulation is in medical education and in the delivery of the MBChB Curriculum at the University of Aberdeen. We are joined by Dr Jerry Morse, lead for Clinical Simulation and the lead for Year 3.

]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:26:08 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1432 In this podcast we are discussing what the role of simulation is in medical education and in the delivery of the MBChB Curriculum at the University of Aberdeen. We are joined by Dr Jerry Morse, lead for Clinical Simulation and the lead for Year 3.

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Case Based Learning 4 4 Case Based Learning full bc226222-c3ba-4fab-9c72-3e9363804f0c https://share.transistor.fm/s/163f1c44 What is Case Based Learning (CBL), how to implement it, and how is it done at the University of Aberdeen?

]]> What is Case Based Learning (CBL), how to implement it, and how is it done at the University of Aberdeen?

]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:26:02 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1376 What is Case Based Learning (CBL), how to implement it, and how is it done at the University of Aberdeen?

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Professionalism in Medical Education 3 3 Professionalism in Medical Education full ab0d2624-73a0-4052-82c4-bb8e52a5822e https://share.transistor.fm/s/9bbcca4f What does professionalism mean to educators and students in medical education and how is it achieved at the University of Aberdeen?

]]> What does professionalism mean to educators and students in medical education and how is it achieved at the University of Aberdeen?

]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:25:55 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1833 What does professionalism mean to educators and students in medical education and how is it achieved at the University of Aberdeen?

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Year 1 of the MBChB 2 2 Year 1 of the MBChB full ddcb605a-47c5-4ada-9468-514ee1604cec https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4b26857 In this podcast we are discussing with Alison Jack, lead for Year 1 of the MBChB Curriculum at the University of Aberdeen, what her role means to students and medical educators.

]]> In this podcast we are discussing with Alison Jack, lead for Year 1 of the MBChB Curriculum at the University of Aberdeen, what her role means to students and medical educators.

]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:25:48 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1670 In this podcast we are discussing with Alison Jack, lead for Year 1 of the MBChB Curriculum at the University of Aberdeen, what her role means to students and medical educators.

]]> University, ABDN, NHS, Medical No Why MBChB at the University of Aberdeen 1 1 Why MBChB at the University of Aberdeen full 42eae58a-7209-4c58-9555-51ec968ce644 https://share.transistor.fm/s/61f44c0c An interview with Dr Colin Lumsden, Lead for MBChB at the University of Aberdeen

]]> An interview with Dr Colin Lumsden, Lead for MBChB at the University of Aberdeen

]]> Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:25:37 +0100 University of Aberdeen University of Aberdeen 1516 An interview with Dr Colin Lumsden, Lead for MBChB at the University of Aberdeen

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