SIU School of Medicine is internationally known for its innovative teaching and testing methods, including a competency-based curriculum and a dedication to training caring and competent physicians.

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One Minute Preceptor Online Workshop

This Five Microskills / One Minute Preceptor Online Faculty Development Workshop is a five-step model of clinical teaching that utilizes simple, discrete teaching behaviors or "microskills." Objectives: By the end of this online workshop, you will be able to: List the 5 Microskills in the One Minute Preceptor Model for One on One teaching Explain how each step enhances student learning Apply the 5 Microskills to a scenario you might encounter while teaching in your practice Activities: Read "A Five-Step ‘Microskills’ Model of Clinical Teaching” . Review the summary document . Complete the
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Professional Development Laboratory (PDL)

The Professional Development Laboratory (PDL) is a suite of eight fully functional patient examination rooms surrounding a secure central observation room. Faculty observe students in standardized and real patient encounters from the observation room using audiovisual equipment and one-way glass. The PDL is used throughout the curriculum (undergraduate, graduate, and continuing medical education) for teaching and assessment. The PDL at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine was the first such facility. It was based on a single observed room Dr. Howard S. Barrows developed at the
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Patient Teachback

The Teach-Back Method Teach-back is a way to confirm that you have explained to the patient what they need to know in a manner that the patient understands. Patient Teachback [pdf] Supplemental Links Handout and Video
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Curriculum calendars

Academic Year Calendars AY 2025 (2024-25) Lincoln Scholars Program AY 2025 (2024-25) Standard Track AY 2026 (2025-26) Standard Track Class of 2025 Four-Year Schedule, Class of 2025 Class of 2026 Four-Year Schedule, Class 0f 2026 Year Two Calendar, Class of 2026 Class of 2027 Four-Year Schedule, Class of 2027 Class of 2028 Four-Year Schedule, Class of 2028 LSP Four-Year Schedule, Class of 2028 Lincoln Scholars Program Four Year Schedule, Class of 2025 Four Year Schedule, Class of 2026 Four Year Schedule, Class of 2027
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Distinguished Alumni Awards

Now Accepting Nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Awards Submission Deadline: Friday, September 5, 2025 Overall Eligibility Any alumnus/alumna of SIU SOM Sitting members of the Board of Governors are ineligible See below for the descriptions and selection factors for each of the three Distinguished Alumni awards prior to nominating. Nomination Process Nominations may be submitted by any alumnus/alumna, faculty or friend of the school Self nominations will not be accepted Nominations will only be accepted by submitting the webform below IMPORTANT: We strongly recommend first reviewing
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Financial Aid Forms

Some forms can be completed online and sent to the Financial Aid Office via email unless a signature is required . If a signature is required, the form may be completed online, printed out, signed, and sent to our office. Download Adobe Acrobat® Reader . Award Revision Award Letter Revision Request Budget Guidelines and Addition(s) Student Budget Additions Guidelines Request for Adjustment to Student Budget Student Computer Purchase Information Computer/Tablet Purchase Budget Addition Form Dependent Care Allowance Form Dependent Daycare Expense Form Emergency Loan Applications: Friends of the
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Post-Residency Certification Form for PCL Borrowers

EFN and FADHPS recipients are required to practice primary health care for 5 years after completion of residency. PCL recipients are required to practice primary health care until your loan is repaid in full.
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Request for Deferment of Repayment for Primary Care Loans and Loans for Disadvantaged Students

Request for deferment of repayment for primary care loans and loans for disadvantaged students.
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Norma A. Wiley Third World Study Award Scholarship

Any fourth-year medical student who is planning on doing an elective in a third world country may apply by written application for the Wylie Third World Study Award.
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