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Research. Innovation. Scholarship. Education. (RISE)

An institutional resource that supports new ideas in teaching and learning that lead to changes in practice and health outcomes.
Our Vision
Awareness

To facilitate greater system-wide awareness of education innovation activities, resources and funding opportunities.

Support

To establish pathways that support Innovators from the pilot phase through implementation of their innovation into standard practice.

This awareness and support will contribute to new ideas in teaching and learning that impact existing approaches, scale to other places and learner groups, and lead to changes in practice and health outcomes at Michigan Medicine and beyond.
Our Mission
CONNECT
Connect innovators with expertise and influence, empowering them to navigate the system and propel their innovations forward.
SPOTLIGHT
Spotlight the cutting-edge work unfolding within Michigan Medicine, showcasing groundbreaking advancements in education.
PIONEER
Pioneer a unique innovation development program, cultivating competencies in health science education innovation to drive experimentation and discovery.
Guiding Tools

Explore our guiding framework and competencies, and culture philosophy.

Community

Learn about our education innovation community and how to join.

Activities

Attend activities to receive support for developing innovation competency and advancing an education innovation.

Resources

Discover resources for funding your new ideas, connecting with experts and disseminating your results.

Why we need health science education innovation
participants at a RISE workshop

Our usual improvement work is limited by real and perceived constraints, and it often fails to move the needle in addressing the strategic priorities of our institution as well as the larger needs of society. 

Health science education innovation has the potential to translate a scalable education intervention into a simulated, applied or real-world setting to transform existing science, health or health care delivery. As a leading academic medical center, Michigan Medicine has the freedom and opportunity to explore dramatically different ways of teaching and learning across the spectrum of medical and graduate education.
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Department News
Unlocking Creativity Workshop Inspires New Insights for Addressing Challenges in Health Sciences Education
The Unlocking Creativity workshop, co-hosted by RISE and the Academy of Medical Educators, inspired innovative approaches to healthcare and education through creative thinking and collaborative problem-solving.
 Asra Ahmed
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Asra Ahmed, MD: Inspiring Excellence in Hematology Education
Dr. Asra Ahmed is a hematology educator who focuses on using creative teaching methods to enhance learning and retention, while mentoring trainees to have a lasting impact on their careers and patient care.
 Dr. David Stewart
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David Stewart, MD: Shaping the next generation of pediatricians
David Stewart, MD, is a leader in pediatric medical education, guiding future physicians through hands-on hospital training and advancing competency-based education in pediatric residency programs.
Cultivating Innovation Competency
Innovator Development Program

RISE strives to develop Innovators in health science education at Michigan Medicine who embrace curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, initiative, intelligent risk-taking, teamwork and visioning to support the advancement of novel interventions that align with the guiding framework.

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Contact Us

5100 THSL
1135 Catherine St
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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RISE Newsletters

Our RISE Newsletter features information about institutional, national and international innovation training, calls for awards & grants, dates for upcoming conferences and dissemination and publication opportunities.

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