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Andrew Bazakis serves as Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine and Foundational Sciences at Central Michigan University College of Medicine, where he functions as core faculty for the Emergency Medicine Residency program and teaches the Essential Clinical Skills course for medical students. Additionally, he holds the leadership role of Co-Director for Emergency Medicine Simulation within the residency program.
His educational foundation includes:
- B.S. from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
- M.D. from Michigan State University, East Lansing
- Residency training at University of Rochester
Dr. Bazakis specializes in innovative medical education methodologies, particularly high-fidelity simulation for clinical mastery development, structured critical conversations in clinical settings, professional coaching frameworks, and evidence-based public speaking techniques. His research directly addresses competency gaps in emergency medicine training through experiential learning approaches.
His publication record demonstrates consistent contributions to emergency medicine literature, with recent 2021 works covering trauma management (Fatal Accidents) and infectious disease protocols (Procaine Penicillin), alongside earlier foundational research on metabolic emergencies. These publications reflect his dual focus on acute clinical management and educational methodology within emergency care.
His teaching excellence has been formally recognized through:
- Teaching Award for Outstanding Speaker
- Teaching Award for Outstanding Educator
Through the Emergency Medicine Residency program, Dr. Bazakis mentors future emergency physicians with emphasis on simulation-based learning and professional communication. His leadership in the Society for Simulation in Healthcare and American College of Emergency Physicians demonstrates active engagement with national medical education standards. The Emergency Medicine Simulation program he co-directs provides a critical training environment where residents develop clinical decision-making skills through realistic scenarios and structured debriefing sessions.
Dr. Bazakis maintains active involvement in multiple professional organizations including the American Academy of Emergency Medicine, International Coach Federation, Central Michigan University Academy of Medical Educators, and American Academy of Emergency Psychiatry, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to emergency medicine education and professional development.
