VR has transformed anatomy classes by bringing 3D content into the real world, offering medical students the opportunity to engage with and experience learning material in an interactive environment (Dhar et al., 2021).
Studies conducted by Case Western Reserve University (above) have found that students learn "twice as fast and retain knowledge longer" when using VR due to its active learning component (Lombardi et al., 2021). Medical students use Microsoft HoloLens to gain a much deeper and more detailed understanding of the physical structures of the body than using a traditional 2D anatomy textbook. This innovative app is also collaborative, allowing users to customize the HoloAnatomy content to suit their individual needs.
3D Organon (above) is another app featuring all 15 body systems and introduces key anatomical concepts. Medical students can use Oculus Quest 2 for manipulating micro-anatomy, visualising the skeletal system with bone mapping, understanding x-ray vision and dissection without needing to rely on expensive cadavers.
In this New School VR podcast, Peter Campbell further discusses the HoloPatient app and it's potential to revolutionize and transform medical education for the better.
Students at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (below) report that using the AcuMap VR tool has increased their confidence levels, increased safety and decreased the margin of error in needle insertion techniques.
The Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Canada mention that an understanding of digital and immersive technologies is "fundamental to the practice of medicine" (Reznick et al., 2020). With this in mind, healthcare education providers all need to seriously consider embracing this technology in order to remain competitive, engaging and relevant.
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AcuMap. (2021, January 9). Next-generation acupuncture VR [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUt7OSuSXFo
Campbell, P. (2017). HoloLens in medical education and training [Podcast]. New School VR. https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/hololens-in-medical-education-and-training-with/id1176259003?i=1000382856263
Case Western Reserve University. (2019, March 27). HoloAnatomy app helps medical students learn anatomy [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzUTT1Kygo4&t=39s
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