Lauren Muskara, MS
Lauren Muskara is an award-winning instructional designer and multidisciplinary artist based in Chicago, specializing in healthcare-related instructional design and biomedical visualization. With over four years of experience and a Master of Science in Biomedical Visualization, Lauren is known for creating accessible, research-driven learning solutions tailored for healthcare professionals. She is passionate about advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare education, ensuring that her designs are inclusive and impactful for all learners.
In her current role as an Instructional Designer at the American College of Surgeons, Lauren collaborates with both internal teams and external partners to develop high-quality educational programs focused on patient-centered surgical care and healthcare quality improvement. One of her standout projects involved leading the development of a comprehensive course on surgical quality and safety for professionals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), managing the instructional design process from needs analysis to evaluation. This project not only improved knowledge retention but also provided a vital resource for global healthcare professionals.
Lauren has extensive experience collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) in healthcare settings, creating e-learning modules, blended learning experiences, and instructor-led trainings. She excels in translating complex healthcare topics into engaging, easy-to-understand content. Her microlearning videos, which she storyboards and animates, demonstrate her ability to simplify intricate medical concepts into user-friendly educational materials.
With strong technical proficiency in Articulate 360, Adobe Creative Suite, and Camtasia, Lauren develops dynamic, multimedia-rich content. Beyond her professional work, she is committed to mentoring aspiring instructional designers, helping them refine their skills in healthcare-related instructional design and multimedia development.
In addition to her instructional design career, Lauren is an internationally recognized fine artist and medical illustrator. Her work has been featured in prestigious venues such as the Dallas Museum of Art, the International Museum of Surgical Science, and in academic publications like the American Journal of Bioethics and the American Chemical Society’s Journal of Chemical Education. Her art, like her instructional design work, explores the intersection of science, art, and the human experience, demonstrating her unique ability to blend creativity with scientific rigor.
