Top 10 Ways the Metaverse is Transforming Healthcare

Key companies: Osso VR, ImmersiveTouch, FundamentalVR

Medical education is being transformed by the metaverse, offering immersive and risk-free environments for students and professionals to practice procedures. Platforms like Osso VR and ImmersiveTouch provide virtual reality experiences that allow surgeons to improve their skills without putting patients in danger. Research from Osso VR has shown that participants who undergo virtual reality training demonstrate a higher level of procedural proficiency.

Justin Barad, MD, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Founder/CEO of Osso VR, highlights the significant impact of this technology on the medical field, especially with over 300 million major surgeries performed annually worldwide. The challenge now lies in implementing and utilizing this clinically proven technology, which will require ongoing advocacy, research, and education.

Medical schools can use realistic simulations of surgeries and emergencies to provide students with valuable hands-on experience in a safe environment. This approach enhances learning outcomes, boosts confidence, and allows for repetitive practice of intricate procedures.