Hands-on Training in Clinical Medicine and Emergencies

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STEP INTO CLINICAL PRACTICE WITH INTENSIVE HANDS-ON SIMULATION TRAINING
The Medical School of Université Paris Cité (UPCité) presents an immersive 2-week long summer program designed to build core clinical skills through simulation-based learning and bedside teaching. Learn the principles of physical examination and emergency procedures across specialties, in a small-group and high-impact environment.

BENEFIT FROM THE CLINICAL EXPERTISE OF UNIVERSITE PARIS CITE AND THE PARISIAN TEACHING HOSPITALS NETWORK (ASSISTANCE-PUBLIQUE HOPITAUX DE PARIS - AP-HP)
This summer school is led by organ-specific clinical experts and includes supervised bedside training in university hospital wards, offering participants direct patient contact to consolidate knowledge in real-world settings, as well as simulation-based training.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

• Module 1: Foundations of Clinical Medicine
Develop core skills in physical examination and clinical reasoning across multiple specialties including cardiology, gastroenterology, ophtalmology, urology and gynecology. Practice essential procedures such as suturing, casting, lumbar puncture, intubation and more. Hands-on workshops are complemented by supervised hospital placements in small groups during two half days, in one of the teaching hospitals of Université Paris Cité Medical School metwork.

• Module 2: Emergency Care Procedures
Gain experience in managing urgent scenarios such as hemorrhage control, unexpected deliveries, cardiac arrest, and airway obstruction. Simulation-based training will prepare participants to respond effectively in critical situations. This module also includes certified training in Basic Life Support (BLS), allowing participants to obtain the official BLS certification designed for healthcare professionals (AFGSU - level 2) upon completion. Students will learn to identify and manage life-threatening emergenecies, alons and as part of a team, as well as identify, alert and help implement protective measures in the face of collective risks.

LOCATIONS

• Université Paris Cité Medical School (Paris city center, Latin Quarter, Odéon subway station)
• iLumens Health Simulation Center (Paris city center, Rue des Saints-Pères, Saint-Germain-des-Prés subway station)

Course leader

Dr Imane BEN M'BAREK (Obstetrician-gynecologist, Beaujon University Hospital (AP-HP), Clichy), Dr Lara NOKOVITCH (Maxillo-facial surgeon, Beaujon University Hospital (AP-HP), Clichy), Dr Michael THY (Intensive care, Bichat Hospital, Paris), Dr Lina KHIDER (Vascular medicine, Georges Pompidou European Hospital, Paris), Dr Benedicte OULES (Dermatologist, Cochin Hospital, Paris), Dr Jules MESNIER (Cardiologist, Bichat Hospital).

Target group

This program is designed for students in medicine or related sciences with an interest in health professions seeking to strengthen their clinical examination skills and gain practical experience in a dynamic, interactive learning setting.

AGE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• Participants must be at least 18 years old by July 6, 2026.
• A functional level of English (A2/B1 or equivalent) is recommended.
• The Summer School is open to students with a secondary diploma; students enrolled in an institution of higher education; university graduates

Course aim

Participants will build a solid foundation in clinical examination and emergency care through intensive hands-on training. The small-group format ensures personalized mentorship and accelerated skill development.

A certificate of completion will be provided to students at the end of the program upon confirmation of attendance.

Official BLS certification designed for healthcare professionals (AFGSU 2 diploma) will be delivered upon completion of the program.

Please note that the Hands-on training in clinical medicine and emergencies Summer School is a 5 ECTS credits program. Participants may consult their home institutions to determine if transfer credit or recognition is possible

Fee info

summerschool.medicine@u-paris.fr