Dr. Steven Rougas

Biography

Steven Rougas is an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Medical Science at Brown University’s Alpert Medical School. He serves as the Assistant Dean of Medical Education and Director of the Clinical Curriculum. With a background in medical education and experience as an attending physician, Dr. Rougas is responsible for overseeing the clinical skills training curriculum for medical students, which emphasizes the development of professional identities and patient-centered care. His innovative curriculum integrates essential clinical skills training, including history taking, communication, physical examination, and procedural skill acquisition. Dr. Rougas has been actively involved in promoting high-quality health professions education research and has contributed to several educational initiatives aimed at improving the training of future healthcare providers. He is committed to fostering a culture of feedback within medical education, advocating for systemic changes to enhance educational practices. His scholarship includes research on feedback processes in clinical education and barriers to implementing effective educational programs. A graduate of Brown University, Dr. Rougas has received multiple awards for excellence in teaching and educational leadership. His work has significantly influenced the field of emergency medicine and medical education, reflecting his dedication to improving health professions education nationally and locally.

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