Hot Topics in Health Professions Education
Join us for Hot Topics in Health Professions Education—a must-attend session for educators and leaders focused on the present and future impact of AI on teaching and clinical practice.
-
:Health Sciences South
About
Hot Topics in Health Professions Education is a dynamic, must-attend experience designed for educators and leaders who want to stay ahead of what’s next. Dive into how artificial intelligence is already transforming clinical reasoning, documentation, and teaching, and join the conversation about what AI in health professions education will look like over the next 10 years.
This interactive program goes beyond theory with candid roundtable discussions on real challenges educators face today, from navigating sudden accreditation changes to rethinking learner satisfaction, engagement, and accountability. Hear honest educational leadership survival stories, exchange ideas with peers, and walk away with practical strategies you can use immediately.
We’ll wrap up with a rapid review of the top educational research articles of 2026, giving you evidence-based insights to strengthen your teaching, programs, and leadership approach. If you want fresh ideas, meaningful dialogue, and tools you can actually use; this is the event for you.
Schedule
Schedule: Wednesday, June 24
Hot Topics in Health Professions Education
-
-
Roundtable: AI in 10 Years
-
Brian Dilcher, MD, FACEP
-
David Rich, MD
-
Jami Pincavitch, MD
-
Brad Phillips, PhD, RN, CNE
-
Accreditation Roundtable
-
Christopher Kiefer, MD, MSEd, FACEP
-
Jason Hedrick, PhD
-
Joseph D. Lynch, MD, FAAP, CHSE
-
-
-
Speakers
Christopher Kiefer, MD, MSEd, FACEP
- Position
- Professor, Vice Chair of Education, Program Director, Emergency Medicine Residency, Director of Faculty Development, WVU Health Sciences, Emergency Medicine
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Anna Lama, EdD
- Position
- Assistant Professor, Director of Assessment, Medical Education
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Jason Hedrick, PhD
- Position
- Assistant Professor, Director of Academic Operations & Accreditation, Medical Education
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Karen Woodfork, PhD
- Position
- Teaching Associate Professor, Physiology, Pharmacology & Toxicology
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Dorian Williams, MD, FAAFP, CHSE
- Positions
- Associate Dean for Technology and Simulation, Medical Education
- Medical Director, WV STEPS
- Professor, Family and Community Medicine
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Christopher J. Martin, MD, MSc
- Positions
- Professor, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Professor, Occupational and Environmental Health Sciences
- Director, Global Engagement at Health Sciences
- Professor, Medicine
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Adam Hoffman, CHSE
- Position
- Simulation Education Specialist, WV STEPS
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Scott Cottrell, EdD
- Positions
- Associate Dean for Student Services & Curriculum, Medical Education
- Professor, Medical Education, Student Services
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Stacy W. Huber, EdD, MSN, RN, CNE
- Positions
- Associate Dean of Curriculum, Office of Academics
- Clinical Education Associate Professor, Adult Health Department
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Ann Marie Murray, MD
- Position
- Professor, Neurology
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Louise T. Veselicky, DDS, MDS, MEd
- Positions
- Assoc. VP for Academic Affairs, Administration
- Professor, Periodontics
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Norman D. Ferrari, MD
- Positions
- Chair, Medical Education
- Vice Dean for Medical Education, Student Services
- Professor, Medicine
- Professor, Pediatrics
- Designated Institution Official for Transitional Year Residency Program, Transitional Year Residency Program
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Danielle Davidov, PhD
- Positions
- Associate Professor, Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Joel B. Yednock, MD
- Position
- Associate Professor, General Internal Medicine, Medicine
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Sarah Sofka, MD, FACP
- Positions
- Professor of Medicine, Division of General Internal Medicine, Medicine
- Associate Dean for GME and DIO, Graduate Medical Education
- Assistant Vice President for Faculty and Student Academic Initiatives for Health Sciences Center, Administration
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Lisa Marie Costello, MD, MPH
- Position
- Associate Professor General Pediatrics, Pediatrics
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Jeffery P. Hogg, MD
- Position
- Emeritus Professor, Neuroradiology, Radiology
- Organization
- West Virginia University
Registration
Why Attend a Hot Topics Session?
Actionable Insight on AI in Health Professions Education Learn how AI is shaping teaching, clinical reasoning, and documentation—plus how to apply it responsibly and effectively in your programs.
Strategies to Navigate Complex Educational & Accreditation Challenges Gain practical approaches for responding to evolving accreditation requirements and institutional change.
Leadership Tools to Engage and Retain Today’s Learners Discover proven methods to keep learners engaged, accountable, and satisfied in a rapidly changing educational landscape.
Cost: $50
Venue
Health Sciences South
64 Medical Center Dr, Room 2940 B, Morgantown, WV 26506
Travel & Lodging
Below is a list of recommended hotels and car rental options for guests attending the Summer Institute at Health Sciences Campus in Morgantown, WV. These options are commonly used by WVU visitors and are located within close driving distance to campus.
Recommended Hotels
Waterfront Hotel & Spa at Lake Monongalia
2 Waterfront Place, Morgantown, WV 26501
Phone: 304-296-9000
Approx. 7 minutes to WVU Medicine
Residence Inn by Marriott Morgantown Medical Center Area
1046 Willowdale Road, Morgantown, WV 26505
Phone: 304-599-0237
Approx. 5 minutes to WVU Medicine
Courtyard by Marriott Morgantown
460 Courtyard Street, Morgantown, WV 26501
Phone: 304-598-1727
Approx. 6 minutes to WVU Medicine
Hilton Garden Inn Morgantown
150 Suncrest Towne Centre Drive, Morgantown, WV 26505
Phone: 304-225-9500
Approx. 10–12 minutes to WVU Medicine
Morgantown Municipal Airport (MGW) Car Rental
Located approximately 10 minutes from WVU Medicine.
In-Town Car Rental
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (Downtown Morgantown)
Phone: 304-292-5200
Enterprise Rent-A-Car (University Town Centre)
Phone: 304-599-2299
Note: Parking at WVU Medicine is limited. Guests are encouraged to consider hotel proximity, ride-share services, or rental vehicles when planning travel.