SSH Announces Inaugural ASCEND Program Cohort

(DEC. 3, 2024) – The Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) proudly announces the first cohort of the Advancing Simulation Careers & Empowering Next-Generation Development (ASCEND) program. This prestigious initiative recognizes emerging leaders in healthcare simulation who demonstrate exceptional leadership potential, innovation, and commitment to advancing the field.

The 2024 ASCEND cohort includes 20 individuals selected from a competitive global applicant pool:

Jennifer Allegro
Ciara Berry
Amy Chow
Lauren Collins
Jazmin Arely Corral
Dan DeWeert
Janella Dilone
Marco Antonio Escareal
Silvia Etcheverry
Kelly Grace
Jason Harley
Abdulkerim K Ibrahm
Meredith Joyner
Kavita Mandrelle
Sofia Contreras Medina
Tiffanie M Nabinger
Iqra Navroz
Tung Dinh Nguyen
Zachary Nuzum
Greg Pagel

The participants will receive mentorship from established leaders in healthcare simulation, engage in tailored professional development opportunities, and be recognized during the International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare (IMSH) 2025 in Orlando. IMSH 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the world’s largest healthcare simulation conference and will be held January 10–14 in Orlando, Florida. For more information and to register, visit imsh2025.org.

For more information about the ASCEND Program, click here.