HPSN is the premier education conference for healthcare simulation users. This year's Midwest Regional HPSN will be hosted by the University of Wisconsin - Madison and CAE Healthcare and will be offered for FREE to anyone interested in healthcare simulation and education. At HPSN Regional meetings, you will have the opportunity to brainstorm with peers in your area, participate in active, hands-on sessions and come away with new ideas for simulation. You will also be able to see the latest simulation products available from CAE Healthcare.
The Midwest Regional HPSN 2012 will be offering FREE CEUs.
Click here to fill out the Midwest Regional HPSN Conference Evaluation for your CEUs >>
Click here to fill out the Midwest Regional HPSN Sessions Evaluation for your CEUs >>
Click here to download the event agenda now >>

University of Wisconsin Health-Madison
600 Highland Avenue
H6/1 Clinical Science Center
Madison, WI 53792
The Midwest Regional HPSN 2012 offers a full line of hands-on programs given by leading experts in healthcare simulation. This regional event is the ultimate place to discover hands-on tricks and tips for optimizing simulation in your learning environment. The Midwest Regional HPSN will be offering FREE CEUs.
Click here to download the event agenda now >>
Click here to fill out the Midwest Regional HPSN Conference Evaluation for your CEUs >>
Click here to fill out the Midwest Regional HPSN Sessions Evaluation for your CEUs >>
Midwest Regional HPSN 2012 Training Courses.
Midwest Regional HPSN 2012 Concurrent Sessions. The submission process has now closed.
The Midwest Regional HPSN will be offering FREE CEUs.
Click here to fill out the Midwest Regional HPSN Conference Evaluation for your CEUs >>
Click here to fill out the Midwest Regional HPSN Sessions Evaluation for your CEUs >>
A Simulation Journey: Developing, Designing and Integrating at UW Health
ADVance Practice and Interprofessional Education for Healthcare Systems
AV Workshop & Simulation Lab Tour
Bringing Simulation to Life
CAE Healthcare/Elsevier Partnership to Advance Health Science Education
Debriefing After Simulation: Guidelines for Faculty and Students
Debriefing: From Basic to Advanced
Enhancing PALS Training with Simulation
High Yield Sim in Low-Resource Countries
Hospital of Horrors: Using Simulation to Integrate QSEN Competencies
Incorporating eDose into a Nursing Curriculum; Theory, Lab and Clinical
Partners in Patient Care
Planning a Simulation Center
The Impact of HPS on the Attainment of Learning Outcomes
Utilizing a Data Management System
The Midwest Regional HPSN will be offering FREE CEUs.
Click here to download the event agenda now >>
We would like to thank SynDaver Labs for sponsoring our afternoon refreshments. Stop by their table in the HSLC Atrium throughout the conference.
Madison has many historical and beautiful sites to see. Visit the official website on the city here:
CAE Healthcare works to provide group or discounted rates for attendees when possible. Attendees can stay where they please, however, we have established pricing and proximity to the event with the hotels listed below.
Rate: $115
Reference Code: HPSN
2424 University Avenue
Madison, WI 53562
(608) 233-8778
Marriott Courtyard Madison East
Rate: $144
2502 Crossroads Drive
Madison, WI 53718
(608) 661-8100 and reference UW Health Rate
Book Online>>
Area Transportation
Public Transport


Airport
Dane County Regional Airport (MSN)
Airport Phone: 1.608.246.3380
Estimated Taxi Fare: $16 USD (one way)
Some Hotel Shuttles Available (Contact your hotel to learn more)
Car Rentals

4000 International Lane
Madison, WI, 53704
Phone: (608) 241-3803
4000 International Lane
Madison, WI, 53704
Phone: (1) 608-242-0600
4000 International Lane
Madison, WI, 53704
Phone: (608) 249-5544
Area Attractions
Set on an isthmus between two scenic lakes, Madison's Central Business District encompasses the heart of downtown Madison, where the famed State Street pedestrian mall links the Capitol square, seat of Wisconsin state government, to the University of Wisconsin campus. The central downtown is home to more than 1,500 businesses--from shops, boutiques, and restaurants to financial, law and communications firms--plus museums and cultural destinations.
Greenway Station
Whether you're looking for fashions for the family, the perfect gift, something for your home, or simply time to unwind Greenway Station is simply Madison's better shopping and dining experience.
Dining
- Dining guide - http://www.visitmadison.com/visitors/dine
- Searchable dining guide and articles about local restaurants - http://www.thedailypage.com/eats
- Madison Originals - list of independently owned restaurants - http://www.madisonoriginals.com/restaurants/
Recommendations:
Great Dane Pub (Brew Pub) – multiple locations (One in Hilldale mall and one right by the state Capital) http://www.greatdanepub.com/
Lombardio’s – across the street from the Best Western Inntowner http://www.lombardinos.com/
Blue Moon – across the street from the Best Western Inntowner http://www.bluemoonbar.com/
The Old Fashioned (“Inspired by the traditions of Wisconsin taverns and supper clubs, The Old Fashioned exists to pay tribute to the foods and spirits that make our state famous.”) http://www.theoldfashioned.com/
Midwest Regional HPSN 2012 Host Location:
University of Wisconsin Health-Madison
600 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI 53792
Click here and enter the above address for directions:
Driving Directions
From the North: Take Hwy 51 South to Hwy 78 to I-90/94, continue on I-90 East and exit to Madison on Hwy 12/18. From Hwy 12/18, see the "FROM HWY 12/18" directions at the bottom of this list.
From the South: Take I-90 North and exit to Madison on Hwy 12/18. From Hwy 12/18, see the the "FROM HWY 12/18" directions at the bottom of this list.
From the Northeast: Take Hwy 41 South to Hwy 151. Take I-90 East marked "Janesville," exit to Madison on Hwy 12/18. From Hwy 12/18, see the the "FROM HWY 12/18" directions at the bottom of this list.
From the Northwest: Take I-90/94 and continue on I-90 east. Exit to Madison on Hwy 12/18. From Hwy 12/18, see the the "FROM HWY 12/18" directions at the bottom of this list.
From the Southeast: Take Hwy 12/18 into Madison. From Hwy 12/18, see the the "FROM HWY 12/18" directions at the bottom of this list.
From the Southwest: Take Hwy 151 north into Madison. Go north approximately 1.5 miles and turn right onto University Ave. In approximately 1 mile, bear right with University Ave., then turn left onto Highland Ave. Continue approximately one quarter of a mile to the front entrance to UW Hospital and Clinics. Turn left and proceed into the parking ramp in front of the building.
From the East: Take I-94 West, turn left onto I-90 East marked "Janesville," exit to Madison on Hwy 12/18. From Hwy 12/18, see the the "FROM HWY 12/18" directions at the bottom of this list.
FROM HWY 12/18: Take Exit 258 for Midvale Blvd. Go north approximately 2.5 miles and turn right onto University Ave. In approximately 1 mile, bear right with University Ave., then turn left onto Highland Ave. Continue approximately one quarter of a mile to the front entrance to UW Hospital and Clinics. Turn left and proceed into the parking ramp in front of the building.
Finding Your Way to the Clinical Simulation Program Facility
Use these wayfinding directions to navigate through UW Hospital and Clinics to our facility. After arriving at the hospital parking lot:
• Enter the building through the clinic's entrance on the right
• Follow Main Street to the H bank of elevators, and go down to the first floor
• From the elevator there are three hallways; one leads to the cafeteria, one leads to the School of Nursing, and one leads to the Clinical Simulation Program. Walk toward the wall that reads, "Transforming Healthcare Education," and enter through the glass doors
Visitor Parking and Ramp Fees
Visitors should use the parking ramp at the east side of UW Hospital and Clinics (along Highland Avenue). The charges for visitors and others parking in the ramp that adjoins UW Hospital and Clinics are detailed HERE>>. If you are staying at the InnTowner, they do offer a free shuttle and it is the hotel within walking distance to UW Health.
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