Resident perceptions of a novel virtual serious illness communication skills curriculum incorporating medical management: qualitative analysis of participant group interviews

Simulation-based curricula for EM and IM residents that combine medical management, prognostication, and complex SIC into a single virtual, simulated patient encounter can address critical gaps in resident education related to the management of seriously ill patients at high risk of imminent death. Incorporating a trained actor and task-switching enhanced realism and learner engagement, highlighting the value of this model as a feasible approach to advancing IM and EM resident SIC skills.