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5/19/26 - Educating with Impact: Strengthening trainee/student - preceptor dynamics in longitudinal clinical placements
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
6:00-7:00pm
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Room 275
Overview
This interactive workshop will use case-based discussions and a strengths-based approach to equip UME/GME leaders and preceptors with the tools to anticipate and address challenges in preceptor-student dynamics. Participants will explore a practical framework to identify and diagnose these challenges while learning best practices from U.S.-based institutions. Topics will include managing time pressures during busy clinical sessions, balancing oversight and autonomy in patient encounters, and creating opportunities for continuity of care across the health system. The workshop will also offer strategies for setting clear expectations within preceptor-student dyads, addressing mismatches in learning and communication styles, and effectively intervening when students encounter bias from patients, whether witnessed or not. By the end of the session, participants will leave with actionable strategies to support preceptor-student relationships throughout the LIC year and proactively address common challenges in these partnerships.
Target Audience
This session is open to all faculty, staff and trainees.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be better able to:
- Recognize Common Preceptor-Student Challenges – Identify key issues such as mismatched learning styles, communication barriers, and role expectations.
- Apply Practical Strategies to Support Preceptors – Use proven approaches to manage time constraints, balance supervision and autonomy, and enhance patient continuity.
- Develop Tools to Address Conflict in Preceptor-Student Dyads – Learn effective methods to intervene and resolve struggles within preceptor-student relationships.
| Time | Program |
| 6:00-6:07pm | Introductions, session outline |
| 6:07-6:21pm | Case based group work |
| 6:21-6:35 | Large group discussion of cases |
| 6:36-6:50pm | Best practices & actionable strategies |
| 6:51-7:00pm | Q & A |
Parking validation will be provided in room 275 - please do not stop at the security desk for validation.
SPEAKERS:
Meghan Geary, MD
LIC Director
Assistant Professor of Medicine
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Sybil Cineas, MD
Assistant LIC Director
Associate Professor of Medicine
Associate Professor of Pediatrics
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Stephanie Catanese, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine, Clinician Educator
The Warren Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University
Planning Committee
Katherine E. Mason, MD
Assistant Dean, Faculty Professional Development
Professor of Pediatrics
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Vice Chair of Pediatric Education
Pediatric Intensivist
Hasbro Children's Hospital, Division of Pediatric Critical Care
Providence, RI
Chelsea Reyes
Coordinator, Office of Health Professions Educator Development
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Jennifer Maloney
Interim Director, Brown Office of Continuing Medical Education
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council of Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Physicians: The Warren Alpert Medical School designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
- 1.00 AttendanceParticipants will receive a Certificate of Attendance stating this program is designated for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. This credit is accepted by the AAPA and AANP.