Cailyn
Alexander,
BA
University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth
Cailyn Alexander, BA, is an Academic Program Manager in the Department of Interprofessional Education & Practice at the University of North Texas Health Science Center, where she has served for eight years. With a Green Belt in Six Sigma and certification as a TeamSTEPPS® Master Trainer, Cailyn specializes in the logistical design and coordination of large-scale IPE events She manages collaborative programming that brings together over 18 health profession programs from five universities, ensuring smooth execution and meaningful student engagement. Cailyn’s expertise lies in applying Lean-Six Sigma principles to streamline operations and enhance the effectiveness of interprofessional learning experiences.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
What is the cause of low evaluation scores for IPE, despite optimal instructional design and relevancy of content? Do extraneous factors, like campus parking, garner more attention from students than in-depth interprofessional training toward effective teamwork and communication? The presenters will introduce the connection of programmatic improvement in IPE with the principles and models of Lean Six Sigma. Participants will be encouraged to consider Lean Six Sigma to achieve programmatic goals.>This lightning talk introduces the principles and methods of Lean Six Sigma as a method to…