Side Effects Asia Pacific Simulates Stressful Medical Environments
Ellen Smith — October 12, 2017 — Lifestyle
References: idc & imda.gov.sg
Virtual reality presents medical professionals with the opportunity to explore and experience surgical procedures in a manner that's both noninvasive and entirely safe, prompting the creators at Side Effects Asia Pacific to continue to develop immersive environments that doctors can use as a training tool for students.
The company's new system will enable trainees to experience realistic emergency situations that can accurately test a student's ability to make decisions under stressful circumstances. The simulated surgical scenarios offer the trainees insight into the high-pressure and emotional process of emergency medical treatments that medical school can't always prepare one for. In addition to the hands-on practice, the virtual reality system provides instructors with a comprehensive analysis of the trainees' strengths and points of development, allowing individuals to practice at a personalized pace.
The company's new system will enable trainees to experience realistic emergency situations that can accurately test a student's ability to make decisions under stressful circumstances. The simulated surgical scenarios offer the trainees insight into the high-pressure and emotional process of emergency medical treatments that medical school can't always prepare one for. In addition to the hands-on practice, the virtual reality system provides instructors with a comprehensive analysis of the trainees' strengths and points of development, allowing individuals to practice at a personalized pace.
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Immersive Medical Training — Virtual reality systems that create realistic emergency scenarios for medical professionals to practice decision-making and emotional coping skills.
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Personalized Medical Education — Virtual reality systems that provide comprehensive analysis of strengths and development points for individuals to practice at a personalized pace.
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Virtual Reality in Healthcare Education — Using virtual reality technology to provide safe and non-invasive medical training to professionals and students.
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Healthcare Education — Using virtual reality technology to revolutionize the way that medical professionals are trained and taught.
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Medical Simulation Industry — Developing new and innovative ways to use virtual reality technology to simulate emergency medical scenarios and provide medical professionals with the opportunity to train and practice.
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Virtual Reality Technology Industry — Developing new and innovative healthcare applications for virtual reality technology that improve both the safety and effectiveness of medical training and education.
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