Med Ed Day
Brody School of Medicine presents:
12th Annual Medical Education Day
Save the Date! Thursday, April 30, 12:30-5:00 pm.
Keynote Presenter: Dr. Taj Nasser, MD
Brody’s Medical Education Day is an annual half-day event highlighting the medical education research and innovation of the Brody School of Medicine community. The event underscores Brody School of Medicine’s commitment to ongoing improvement in medical education.
Lunch will be provided for attendees who register in advance.
Register to attend 2026 Med Ed Day
Program Objectives
- Provide a forum for sharing educational innovations in curriculum and teaching, educational research, and leadership in medical education.
- Enhance knowledge and understanding of new approaches in medical education across the US.
- Build a network of faculty, staff and students interested in promoting educational excellence.
There will be three categories of presentation, each with its own distinct length and format of delivery:
Podium Presentation
Educational research includes complete or preliminary results that demonstrate the effectiveness of an educational intervention. The presentation is 12 minutes and is followed by 3 minutes of Q & A.
Poster Presentation
Innovations include new or novel ideas, including programs, projects, or other unique educational experiences far enough along in the developmental cycle to provide valuable lessons and insight worth sharing with the broader health professions community.
Work in Progress
Work in Progress submissions include projects, programs, or interventions early in the developmental stages. Abstracts selected as a “Work in Progress” will be presented during a “Shark Tank” style session during which the educational project will be presented to an audience of peers and educational experts for immediate questions and feedback. The presentation will be 5 minutes followed by 5 minutes of questions and feedback.
We look forward to seeing you on April 30!
Contact Daniel Stevens with any questions for concern: Stevensd19@ecu.edu.
Dr. Taj Nasser, MD
Dr. Nasser, BSOM c/o 2018, now serves as Medical Director at Tylock-George Eye Care in Dallas, where he leads initiatives to advance surgical excellence, optimize patient outcomes, and incorporate the latest advancements in ophthalmic care.
Born to parents who could not complete even elementary education, Dr. Nasser carries the vivid memories of growing up in a third-world country – an upbringing that fuels his purpose today. Dedicated to eliminating preventable blindness, he regularly participates in global mission work providing cataract surgery to underserved communities, and he serves on multiple nonprofit boards focused on expanding access to vision care. Blending innovation with deep compassion, Dr. Nasser is driven by a philosophy of process improvement and patient-centered care. He remains committed to pioneering projects that enhance the experience of both patients and providers, while restoring what he calls one of life’s greatest gifts: sight.