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LaShon Sturgis is an Associate Professor at Augusta University's Medical College of Georgia with dual appointments in the Department of Emergency Medicine and Department of Physiology. She joined the faculty in 2017 and serves as Director of the Clinical Skills Program, leading simulation training initiatives for medical education.
Her educational background includes:
- MD in Medicine from Georgia Regents University (2014)
- PhD in Physiology from Medical College of Georgia (2007)
- Master Educator Training Program completion with Ross University
Dr. Sturgis specializes in integrating simulation methodologies into emergency medicine curriculum development. Her research bridges clinical emergency care with educational innovation, focusing on simulation-based training effectiveness, sickle cell disease management pathways, and antiracism frameworks in medical education. She actively develops curricula that address both technical clinical skills and systemic biases in healthcare delivery.
Her 2020 publications reveal a strong emphasis on practical emergency department applications, including simulation behavior prediction and sickle cell crisis management, while simultaneously advancing critical discourse on antiracism training. This dual focus demonstrates her commitment to improving both clinical outcomes and educational equity through evidence-based approaches.
Professional recognition includes:
- Class of 2022 Commencement Hooding (2022)
- Class of 2024 White Coat Participant (2021)
- Class of 2020 Commencement Hooder (2020)
- Finalist for Augusta University Resident of the Year (2017)
- MCG Exemplary Teaching Award (2017)
As Assistant Dean of Academic Advising (2021-present), Dr. Sturgis provides comprehensive student mentorship while leading curriculum redesign initiatives. Her service on the LCME Committee 6, Diversity Initiatives team, and At Risk Student Committee demonstrates deep institutional engagement in educational quality improvement and equity advancement, though specific grant details aren't documented in source materials.
She directs the Medical College of Georgia's Clinical Skills Program simulation infrastructure, working closely with the Emergency Medicine Department's Wellness Committee and cross-institutional teams focused on curriculum modernization and inclusive educational practices.
