Simulation Program
About the Program
The Simulation Program is an ever expanding, diverse, collaborative program that has been in formal operation since 2009. The Simulation Program was initially accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 2013 and most recently renewed in 2023. The Simulation program supports over 6,800 learners and facilitates more than 31,800 learner hours each year.
Our Space
The Simulation Program has many versatile spaces to meet the objectives of various learners. The new 11,500 sq. ft. Simulation Centre is in the Patient Support Centre, 175 Elizabeth Street.
The new Simulation Centre has four simulation suites, four debriefing rooms, six OSCE style suites, two large multipurpose rooms for procedural training and large group sessions, Immersive suite equipped with projection technology and capable of VR training, the SimKids Invention lab housed with 3D printers and a student lounge
The Simulation Program is mobile and the team delivers in-situ simulations in many units, as well as, travelling to hospitals throughout the community to facilitate training and quality improvement work.
The Simulation Program currenrly has a variety of task trainers and manikins to support many different learning objectives. To learn more about the equitment we offer please reach out to us at simlab.bookingrequests@sickkids.ca.
Simulation research
The SimKIDS Research Services team offers full support for simulation-based education studies, helping researchers at every stage. Our services include:
- Study consultation: Assistance with protocol development, grant submissions, and REB applications.
- Simulation Centre coordination: Scheduling and facilitating study visits.
- Publication support: Help with manuscript writing, journal submissions, and conference materials.
- Data analysis and REDCap support
Interested in becoming a research volunteer. Please visit the upcoming opportunities for more information.
Have any questions for our research team? Please reach out to simkids.research@sickkids.ca
Our team
The Simulation Program has a core operations team consisting of eight full-time and part-time staff with diverse skills ranging from technical, clinical and administrative expertise. The Simulation Educators and Resuscitation and Simulation Educators provide debriefing skills and clinical knowledge paired with Simulation Specialists who provide technical expertise. The team is led by Emily Louca, Education Manager.
Emily Louca
Director, Simulation
Jabeen Fayyaz
Medical Director
Carrie Mendolia
Administrative Coordinator
Leah Shoemaker
Program Coordinator
Jennifer Allegro
Simulation Educator
Alison Dodds
Simulation Educator
Erin Erlandson
Simulation Educator
Sunayna Vuppal
Simulation Educator
Rafael Velasquez
Sr. Simulation Specialist
Patrick Akkad
Simulation Specialist
Ashley Deonarain
Simulation Specialist
Sydney Fair
Communications Advisor (Maternity Leave)
Julia Infantino
Simulation and Resuscitation Educator
Allan Puran
Clinical Research Project Coordinator
Kaspars Mikelsteins
Clinical Research Project Coordinator
Ankit Walia
Simulation Specialist
Kevin Hua
Simulation Educator
Contact the Simulation Program
For any questions regarding space, equipment, courses or general inquiries please connect with us.
Phone: 416-813-7654 ext. 414658
Email: simlabbooking.requests@sickkids.ca
Research inquiries: simkids.research@sickkids.ca