08/20/2026
Calling all educators, clinicians, and simulation professional!
Share Your Innovation. Shape the Future of Simulation Education.
The 17th Annual Beyond the Manikin: Best Practices in Advanced Simulation Education Conference is seeking dynamic presenters, educators, clinicians, and simulation professionals to share their expertise and innovations with colleagues from across the region and beyond.
Whether you have developed a groundbreaking simulation program, implemented emerging technology, discovered valuable lessons learned, or identified best practices that improve outcomes, we want to hear from you.
This is your opportunity to:
✅ Showcase your work and accomplishments
✅ Inspire fellow simulation professionals
✅ Contribute to the advancement of healthcare simulation education
✅ Network with leaders and innovators in the field
Submit your abstract today and join us March 8-9, 2027, in beautiful Carolina Beach, North Carolina.
https://www.southpiedmontahec.org/event/78527
📅 Abstract Submission Deadline: October 9th | 5 PM
📍 Conference Location: Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Carolina Beach, NC
Your experience could be the idea that transforms someone else's practice.
This conference is jointly provided by Southern Regional AHEC, Duke AHEC, Piedmont AHEC and South Piedmont AHEC, in collaboration with NCNA Simulation Council.