Let's talk about what makes the Simulation Learning, Evaluation, Assessment, and Research Network (SimLEARN) tick. Sure, we have many capabilities, from advanced testing and evaluation processes to substantiated education and implementation best practices. But do you know what truly fuels our mission to transform health care solutions for Veterans? It's our network. Last year, the SimLEARN Innovation Center for Education (SLICE) network grew by more than 300%, and the National Simulation Validation, Evaluation, and Testing Center, better known as the National SimVET Center, expanded its capabilities; however, those highlights are just part of the story. We want our network to be even stronger, even more intertwined, and even more collaborative. This is where you come in.

You, too, have simulation stories waiting to be told. Share them, not just within the familiar walls of your VA facility but out in the world where they can inspire, educate, and resonate. We invite you to share your simulation in health care stories using the hashtags #SimLEARN and #HealthCareSimulation on Facebook, X (formerly known as Twitter), Instagram, or LinkedIn. How did you use simulation to improve a process? What simulation practices have been effective? Where do you want simulation to go in the future?

Dive into the action at VA Black Hills Healthcare System Fort Meade in South Dakota, where ER/ICU nursing staff navigated a challenging simulation exercise designed to elevate their airway management skills. How did puzzle pieces become the key to success in handling high-risk scenarios?