Join Nationwide’s on October 15, 2024 for the inaugural Nationwide Children’s Extended Reality (XR) Symposium to connect, collaborate and invigorate technological advancement, research discovery, talent development and impact of extended reality (XR) in the Midwest and beyond. The conference will highlight emerging technology, research findings, innovative applications, and create partnerships in the field of extended…

Where tech meets healthcare education! CSTP is a 3-day course that will help boost your career and provide a cutting-edge skill set in audio-visual, biomedical, and information & communications technology competencies for healthcare education.

This pilot implementation study introduces a novel, neonatal-specific virtual reality (VR) simulation platform for resuscitation training and assesses its initial feasibility and reception in a neonatal intensive care unit setting. We developed a custom VR model simulating a resuscitation scenario for a 30-week neonate. Neonatal providers completed individualized training sessions and post-training surveys.

Inovus Medical, a global leader in surgical training technology, is proud to unveil its latest suite of modules for the HystAR simulator. Allowing trainees to hone their skills across an even more extensive range of surgical procedures and offering enhanced realism, these second-generation modules further solidify the HystAR’s position as the most advanced training tool…

MERIDIAN, Miss.—Mississippi State University celebrated a milestone development at its MSU-Meridian downtown Riley Campus Monday [Oct. 21], with a ribbon-cutting and tours showcasing the new healthcare education facilities of the Interprofessional Simulation Program.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony ushers in new era of opportunities On a bright Tuesday afternoon on the IU South Bend campus, the sentiments were even sunnier at a large gathering to celebrate the grand opening of the 20,000 square-foot Dwyer Healthcare Simulation Center. Representatives from the university and community expressed their enthusiasm and awe for the technical…

The Marquette College of Nursing has received a Healthcare Simulation Standards Endorsement from the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation, a leading health care simulation professional association. Marquette is one of just 40 institutions worldwide to obtain INACSL’s endorsement. INACSL has recognized Marquette’s excellence in the organization’s four cornerstone standards: pre-briefing, debriefing, facilitation and professional…

Researchers at Stanford University are designing Clinical Mind AI to be a customizable chatbot that can function as a virtual patient with which medical students can interact and practice forming diagnoses.

First responders in central Texas look forward to Texas State Technical College’s Emergency Medical Services classes BROWNWOOD, Texas — For many firefighters in central Texas, Brownwood will be home for the next few months — at least one day of the week. Some firefighters from Brownwood, Mason and Stephenville, along with an emergency medical technician…

The swift advancement of technology has brought about considerable changes in many areas, particularly medical education and surgical training. Among the emerging technologies, virtual reality (VR) stands out as one of the most promising innovations. VR offers the capability to deliver immersive, interactive training experiences that can enhance surgical skills without posing the risks typically…

This pilot implementation study introduces a novel, neonatal-specific virtual reality (VR) simulation platform for resuscitation training and assesses its initial feasibility and reception in a neonatal intensive care unit setting.

The Clinical Simulation Center at Penn State College of Medicine has earned a five-year accreditation from the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Accredited Education Institutes Program. The award recognizes excellence in training for both staff and learners, advancing medical innovation and enhancing patient care. The state-of-the-art center offers realistic education and training in patient care and emergency medicine.

Researchers in Penn State’s Colleges of Engineering and of Medicine aim to reduce error rates in central-line placement by designing and implementing a novel robotic training program that uses life-like manikins and real-time feedback to simulate patient scenarios. Their recent study, published in the Journal of Surgical Education, demonstrated a significant reduction in placement errors…

Students across multiple medical programs at Victoria College worked in unison to expand their disciplinary knowledge in the school’s simulation lab, allowing them to practice real-world medical scenarios in a controlled environment. The simulation labs allow instructors at Victoria College to give students more realistic medical scenarios and provide them with the ability to learn…

Teleneonatology, the use of telemedicine for newborn resuscitation and care, can connect experienced care providers with high-risk deliveries. In a simulated resuscitation, we hypothesized that teleneonatal resuscitation, compared to usual resuscitation, would reduce the no-flow fraction. This was a single-center, randomized simulation trial in which pediatric residents were randomized to teleneonatal or routine resuscitation. The…

Augmented intelligence (AI)—often called artificial intelligence—was a valuable tool within health care long before the advent of ChatGPT. AI has helped with predictive modeling, ambient listening, and radiology, but the release and widespread availability of generative AI platforms like ChatGPT have sparked an AI revolution. When generative AI came out, people really started to notice…

Join thought leaders from SSH, SESAM, the NLN, Simulation Canada, SimGhosts, and other societies, higher education institutions, healthcare organizations and industry partners, representing countries from across the globe for the 2024 GNSH Summit from October 24th – 27th! This think-tank like summit is focused on exploring the continuing health human resource crisis, the latest advancements…

Operative Experience (OEI), a leader in healthcare simulation solutions, announced today that its Prolonged Casualty Care (PCCS Pro) Female simulator for trauma care training recently passed operational testing and has been accredited and authorized for procurement by the U.S. Army. The Army’s operational testing program conducts independent operational tests of new and emerging technologies that will…

In recognition of World Patient Safety Day, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing actions to address patient and workforce safety in our health care system. Last year, President Biden tasked his Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) to identify a path forward to tackle these systemic and pervasive challenges. In response, PCAST made actionable…

A first in Australia, cutting-edge simulation technology is giving Charles Sturt University nursing students the edge on real-world experience from the comfort of their classroom. HealthiERSim is an innovative simulated electronic health records system which enhances students’ health digital literacy by providing a risk-free virtual environment to practise using digital healthcare tools and electronic documentation…

This study indicates that the utilization of Innovative medical technologies has the potential to enhance learning outcomes. The use of simulations allows students to engage in hands-on practice without risking patient harm. Mobile devices afford students uninterrupted access to educational resources, thereby enabling efficient learning. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to personalize education, enhance…

Three separate virtual MCI drills were conducted. Both students and instructors were able to grasp the new format quickly. Students reported the drills to be informative and engaging, and instructors felt the drills mimicked the real-world experience well. This format had the added benefit of allowing multiple rounds of simulation to occur in rapid succession.

Immersive technologies have only just started to meaningfully enrich our educational repertoire. Indeed, the potential impact of VR technology on practices in medical education has been highlighted in several recent studies. In a recent report for instance, small groups of medical students participated in highly immersive virtual clinical scenarios (STEP-VR) and were subsequently evaluated for…

Dr. Aimee Martin, director of simulation at the Medical Partnership, wears many hats in the center. From writing the simulation exercises to acting as a nurse in a scenario, Martin has her hands in all things sim. “I hope students gain a better understanding of how knowledge of the foundational sciences, clinical skills, teamwork, leadership…

The University of Adelaide has forged a new partnership with the State Theatre Company South Australia (STCSA) to provide professional development opportunities for actors. This initiative is part of the university’s Adelaide Health Simulation (AHS)’s Simulated Patient Program, which employs over 80 local actors. The actors, both trained and non-trained, simulate patient scenarios to help…

Coventry University is training healthcare and engineering professionals with an immersive technology suite following a £3 million investment. The university’s School of Health and Care has opened a new VR CAVE environment, while the university’s College of Engineering Environment and Science has installed a Powerwall. The investment was funded from a £5 million grant for…

Simulab Corporation, a leader in medical simulation technology, is excited to announce the launch of its latest human patient simulator, the AirwayBaby Infant Airway Management Trainer. This advanced training tool simulates airway management of zero to six-month-old infants for healthcare professionals worldwide. The AirwayBaby Trainer incorporates realistic internal anatomy, including a tongue, epiglottis, vallecula, and…

HealthForce Kentucky – a collaboration of local healthcare and education institutions – is expanding its training capabilities by adding a second mobile technology center. HealthForce 2 is a custom 53-foot double expandable trailer designed to meet the region’s growing demand for hands-on healthcare training. “We expected that the demand for HealthForce 1 would be high,…

Despite an exponential growth in the use of technology-driven simulation in healthcare, educators should be mindful of its careful integration in medical curricula. Clinical training on real patients cannot be replaced by any strategy or tool regardless of its perceived efficiency or effectiveness. Bearing in mind the learning styles of our learners with a preference…