Simulation Training in Neuroangiography: Transfer to Reality

Virtual Reality Simulation: A Valuable Adjunct to Surgical Training

Simulation Training in Laparoscopy Using a Computerized Physical Reality Simulator

OBJECTIVE To describe a new simulator, SurgicalSIM LTS, and summarize our preliminary experience with system. METHODS LTS was evaluated in 3 studies: (1) 124 participants from 3 Canadian universities: 13 students; 30 residents, fellows, attendings from surgery; 59 gynecologists; 22 urologists were classified based on laparoscopic experience as novice, intermediate, competent, or expert. All w...

Virtual reality bronchoscopy simulation: a revolution in procedural training.

BACKGROUND In the airline industry, training is costly and operator error must be avoided. Therefore, virtual reality (VR) is routinely used to learn manual and technical skills through simulation before pilots assume flight responsibilities. In the field of medicine, manual and technical skills must also be acquired to competently perform invasive procedures such as flexible fiberoptic broncho...

Virtual reality training simulation for palpation of subsurface tumors

In the area of medical education, there is a strong need for palpation training to address the specific need of detecting subsurface tumors. A virtual reality training simulation was created to address this need. Utilizing the Rutgers Master II force feedback system, the simulation allows the user to perform a patient examination and palpate (touch) the patient’s virtual liver to search for har...

Virtual Reality Simulation of Regional Anesthesia for Training of Residents

For patients with intractable pain, successful management can increase their quality of life. In the case of unlocalized abdominal pain resulting from non-resectable abdominal cancer, the administration of an anesthetic agent to the celiac plexus is often prescribed by physicians. The celiac plexus block is regarded as an effective, and safe procedure in the hands of a skilled clinician, with a...