Dr. Rebecca Smith Coggins

Biography

Dr. Rebecca Smith-Coggins is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. She has dedicated her career to improving medical education and physician wellness, founding various initiatives and programs related to these fields. As associate dean of medical student life advising, she emphasizes the importance of wellness in medical training. She has contributed significantly to the field through her roles such as co-director of the Fellowship in Physician Wellness and senior director at the American Board of Emergency Medicine. With a focus on research into physician fatigue and its effects on performance, Dr. Smith-Coggins's scholarly activities include developing cognitive behavioral strategies to improve sleep for medical students and residents. She has received numerous awards throughout her career, reflecting her dedication to excellence in teaching and leadership. Dr. Smith-Coggins's work extends internationally, where she has participated in medical training programs, showcasing her commitment to educating future generations of physicians. Her efforts in curriculum development and medical simulation are notable, as are her contributions to professional committees aimed at improving medical education standards and physician well-being.

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