Krista Hoek

Anesthesiologist-Intensivist, Leiden, Netherlands

Abstract Title:Navigating Challenges in Nurse Education Insights, Models, and Practical Solutions

Biography:

Krista Hoek earned her medical degree at the Université Sorbonne in Paris, France in 2016. She pursued her medical specialization as an anesthesiologist-intensivist in Leiden, the Netherlands, specializing in education and communication within anesthesiology and intensive care. Hoek’s research focuses on the use of Virtual Reality as an educational tool to enhance communication skills. Her main research interests include the learning and implementation of therapeutic communication and team communication in crisis resource management. With extensive experience in the development, implementation, and evaluation of nurse education communication programs, Hoek has led numerous research projects that bridge the gap between theory and practice. Her academic interests are interdisciplinary, and she has presented at various international conferences such as the International Conference on Computer Supported Education, the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine, and the International Conference on Communication in Healthcare, among others. Additionally, she has been involved in various projects funded at both the national and regional levels. In 2021, she received a grant from Tech for Future (TFF) to collaborate with Saxion University on the development of a VR training platform for anaesthesiologist-intensivists. Furthermore, she is a member of Euro XR, the European Network for Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality, and serves on the Scientific Committee.

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Keynote Description: In this keynote lecture, Hoek will delve into the key elements of a successful implementation process for nurse education programs and discuss the current gold standard evaluation methods. She will elaborate on the different research models available for use, providing insights into their applications and effectiveness. Drawing from personal experiences, she addresses the challenges faced in the field and share practical tips and tricks to support (future) researchers in achieving impactful and sustainable outcomes.