Bjorn Watsjold, MD, MPH
Assistant Professor,
Assistant Director, Medical Education Research Fellowship
Department of Emergency Medicine
University of Washington
Dates of Visit: February 13 – 14, 2023
Biography
Bjorn Watsjold, MD, MPH, is Assistant Director of the Medical Education Research Fellowship, and leads the resident Health Professions Education track, at the Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle, Washington. His educational research focuses on the intersection of clinical reasoning with cognitive psychology, education theory, and philosophy of science. He has developed serious games and published on their use in health professions education. His past and recent work in collaboration with fellows and junior faculty includes application of cultural humility to generational stereotypes, exploration of interspecialty communication around handoffs, and uncertainty in primary care.
Purpose of Visit
During this visit to CHES, Dr. Watsjold will be meeting with individual members of the CHES community to discuss their research ideas, offer advice, and explore areas of joint interest. Dr. Watsjold will also be presenting at the CHES Cutting Edge Speaker Series on February 14.