Practicing on plastic: Methodist University Hospital unveils simulation lab
Kodi Valentine (left) and Bria James practice a faux operation on Misty Dunn at Methodist University Hospital June 2, 2026. (Patrick Lantrip/The Daily Memphian)
Modern mannequins provide various types of lifelike practice situations for nurses, physcians and other healthcare professionals.
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Methodist University Hospital Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Jennifer JonesSteve Bohnel
Steve Bohnel is a Temple University graduate, originally from Bucks County, Pennsylvania. He’s worked at news organizations in Iowa, Maryland and Pittsburgh, covering local and state politics. He covers health care, transportation and logistics, public companies, banking and finance and technology. He is an avid traveler, an Everton F.C. and Philadelphia sports fan, and likes collecting records and biking around town.
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