This webinar explores the multifaceted role of medical science educators on their individualized professional journey, with an emphasis on their professional functions as coaches, mentors, advisors and sponsors. It begins by distinguishing between coaching, mentoring, and advising. The webinar delves into the specific skills and strategies required for effective coaching, the dynamics of mentor-mentee relationships, and the techniques for providing academic and career advising. Special attention is given to interactions with learners, highlighting the importance of understanding their needs, building trust, and tailoring approaches to individual contexts. Challenges faced by educators in these roles and strategies for overcoming them are discussed. Finally, the webinar will link the Kern National Network (KNN) conceptual framework of flourishing: Character, Caring and Practical Wisdom to the mentor and mentee roles of mentoring and coaching and when appropriate sponsorship.

We will review barriers to effective lifelong learning in the current medical education system. We will next describe the conceptual model of precision education systems which leverages data and technology to improve education, and highlight how these systems can reduce the barriers that were discussed. Finally, we will share use cases of innovations using precision education systems in undergraduate medical education, graduate medical education, and continuing physician development.

What is the plan for a learner who is struggling? As we continue to expand our understanding of pedagogical approaches to struggle as a normal part of the learning process, new ways emerge to also maximize learning for those who struggle the most. Coaching provides a pragmatic approach to promoting self-regulated learning and activating strengths in all learners, notably for individualized learning through remediation. Join us as we consider key elements to a toolkit for productive individualized learning and remediation, and opportunities for future progress.

This lecture on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on medicine will seek to establish a foundational understanding of AI and its relevance to medicine and medical education. We will explore AI applications in medicine, emphasizing their potential benefits, and how to integrate AI tools into clinical decision-making processes. Future trends and innovations in AI medicine are discussed, supported by case studies. Ultimately, the lecture aims to empower physicians with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate AI's evolving role in medicine effectively.

This presentation will highlight the importance of a prematriculation program in preparing students for medical school. MERP helps bridge students' knowledge gaps, provides support during the learning process and improves academic performance in medical school. Notably, our students often begin the program with varying levels of basic science knowledge and study skill proficiency. However, after 15 weeks of carefully planned curriculum and our guidance, they enter medical school with increased confidence and preparedness to succeed.