Introducing Heart Rhythm VR,* a collection of immersive virtual reality training experiences developed to provide health care professionals around the world the freedom to explore electrophysiology, advance their skills, and maximize their potential.
*Requires an Android-based virtual reality device such as Oculus Quest 2.
Developed in partnership with MedVR Education, the initial launch of Heart Rhythm VR will consist of three virtual reality courses:
S-ICD Implantation
Skills covered:
- Identification of appropriate landmarks
- Surgically creating lateral and medial subcutaneous pockets
- Tunneling a subcutaneous lead in the appropriate orientation
- Securing the lead and attaching it to the S-ICD device
- Inserting the device in the pocket and closing the surgical field
Emergent Pericardiocentesis
The Heart Rhythm Virtual Reality Emergent Pericardiocentesis Simulator will guide the learner through the steps of an emergent pericardiocentesis with the intention of familiarizing electrophysiologists to this important, but rare procedure skillset. This immersive VR experience provides a realistic simulation of the clinical scenario and increases overall retention by teaching through active participation in a safe, virtual environment. It assesses the operator’s efficiency at several points along the procedure and provides feedback on overall time to complete the skill.
Skills covered:
- Identification of appropriate landmarks
- Fluoroscopically obtaining pericardial access
- Placement of drain in the pericardial space
- Rapidly evacuating fluid from the pericardial space
Transcatheter Pacemaker
Additional modules in development. Coming Soon.
Immersive
- Hands-on and highly engaging, which can lead to enhanced learning retention
Safe
- Offers opportunity to make mistakes without risking the safety of patients
Responsive
- Allows trainees to interact with virtual patients and receive immediate feedback
Cost-Effective
- Does not require expensive equipment and/or resources
Realistic
- Ability to experience a variety of clinical scenarios that are difficult to reproduce in real life
Boosts Confidence
- Increases confidence and improves performance in real-life situations
Customizable
- Design and modify scenarios that meet the specific needs of an individual trainee
Accessible
- Available to trainees even in the most remote areas of the world
About MedVR Education
MedVR Education is a continuing education multidisciplinary XR platform designed to offer off-the-shelf and customized VR training programs in the field of patient care and healthcare management. MedVR’s mission is to develop and build a well-trained, strong, and confident healthcare workforce that is ready to face real-world challenges.
