XR Training Simulations
Customize realistic, interactive 3D training simulations catered
for medical instructors, students, and trainees.
VR Simulations for Immersive Medical Training
Whether it’s for working professionals or medical students, let us know what your ideal medical simulation is and we can get started on developing the perfect XR Simulation for your fully customised training module.
Inside the Simulation
Imagine pausing the operation to figure out the next task, here’s a sample menu interface within the VR headset as the student. They can choose to examine the patient, stabilize, or see messages for guidance. This allows the student to take their time in thinking about the next step. You can also imagine a higher-difficulty setting where the trainee can NOT pause the game, and perform tasks in real time.
Why Simulations?
Immediate Understanding
Enhance Retention
Improve Accessibility
Reduce costs
There is a plethora of studies with focus groups under controlled environments that show a high increase in learning capabilities through VR training, opposed to traditional education without simulations.
Case Studies for VR
Studies have shown that VR simulations can reduce errors in pedicle screw placement by up to 53.7%, underscoring its potential in enhancing surgical accuracy.
In another study with 24 surgical residents, VR-trained surgeons completed 33% more key steps than controls, were 12° more accurate in component orientation, and were 18% faster.
Source: Dove Press - Virtual Reality in Orthopedic Surgery Training
After use of virtual reality scenarios by 39 participants in 2 UK hospitals, the mean trainee confidence in managing DKA (diabetic ketoacidosis, an emergency medical condition for patients with Type 1 Diabetes that need to be recognized and managed by non-specialist doctors), grew 95% (on an 8-point Likert scale).
Mitigate Risk
Simulate the pressures of real-life scenarios,
BEFORE operating in real life.
Let’s create a future where education is interactive with the power of 3D Simulations.
Contact Black Horse Animation & Design today to learn more about how we can enhance the impact of your training modules.
What are the differences?
XR (Extended Reality) is the umbrella term for VR (Virtual Reality), AR (Augmented Reality), and MR (Mixed Reality).
VR: Virtual Reality
VR would be the most immersive experience for the user. All you need is some room to move your arms around in, and the pre-built simulations will do the rest. This is the simpler and most effective method for full immersion.
AR lets 3D models interact with the physical spaces and objects (such as furniture) around you. Imagine a 3D model of a patient lying on a real table in the room, or this landscape on the table in this image on the right. AR can be done through mobile devices, but also shown in VR headsets as well.
AR: Augmented Reality
Simulations with Monitor, Keyboard & Mouse
We also advocate using a standard desktop/laptop, with the user playing the simulation via monitor with keyboard & mouse. People are already familiar with this setup so there might be a little less learning required. However, many people still find difficulty in navigating within modern 3D games (such as using the ASWD keys for navigation while using the mouse to look around). VR/AR relieves them of that difficulty by navigating with natural limbic motions.
Either way, you can request for your simulation to be available in both VR and traditional desktop. Let us know what you want to try first!