Rate My Professor Paul Medeiros

Paul Medeiros is the Operations Co-ordinator for the Otago Clinical Skills Laboratories (OCSL) at the University of Otago, holding a 1.0 FTE position jointly with Health NZ Te Whatu Ora Southern. Based in the Dunedin School of Medicine's Medical Education Unit, he manages all bookings and enquiries for venue space, equipment loans, and operational needs within the OCSL. The laboratories serve as a safe learning environment delivering tutor-led clinical skills training and education to undergraduate medical students and Health NZ clinical staff. Every clinical education session facilitated through the OCSL requires pre-booking via Paul Medeiros, ensuring efficient scheduling. He also tracks equipment usage to facilitate data collection and reporting, supporting both educational outcomes and operational efficiency.

In recognition of his dedication, Paul Medeiros received the Dean's award for outstanding contribution at the 2018 Dunedin School of Medicine teaching awards. He contributes significantly to simulation training programs that prepare future doctors, providing hospital staff and students opportunities to share ideas and clinical experiences in controlled training settings. This work aids in developing the health workforce and driving positive clinical changes. Paul Medeiros collaborates on practical training using mannequins and other tools to simulate real-world medical scenarios, enhancing preparedness for clinical practice. His efforts extend to coordinating resources for specialized simulations, underscoring his impact on medical education at the University of Otago.