As part of the collaboration, Medisim VR will establish an immersive and realistic skill training lab for medical students, nursing students, faculty, and allied healthcare professionals
Medisim VR, a healthcare simulation company, and Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), a medical institution in Chennai have announced the signing of an MOU to establish a VR skill training lab – Center of Excellence on SRIHER’s campus.
As part of the collaboration, Medisim VR will establish an immersive and realistic skill training lab for medical students, nursing students, faculty, and allied healthcare professionals. The lab will offer advanced VR medical simulations, allowing users to practise medical procedures and develop critical clinical skills in a safe and controlled setting.
The new lab is set to benefit students’ career development and placement opportunities, as it equips them with hands-on experience, boosting their confidence and expertise in medical procedures.
As a Center of Excellence (CoE), the simulation lab will play a pivotal role in upskilling medical students, nursing students and healthcare professionals, as well as professionals from other medical colleges across Chennai.
Dr Uma Sekar, Vice Chancellor, SRIHER said, “We’re truly excited to be at the forefront of an educational revolution. Our collaboration with Medisim VR to create a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality lab right here on our campus is proof of SRIHER’s commitment to educational excellence through innovation. By offering this incredible opportunity, we’re not only preparing our students for the challenges of the future but also transforming them into leaders who can effectively use technology to make a real impact in the world.”
Dr Adith Chinnaswami, Co-founder, Medisim VR, expressed his delight in collaborating with SRIHER. “Partnering with SRIHER is a milestone moment for Medisim VR and the future of educational technology in India. Our collaboration, combining VR innovations with SRIHER’s excellence, paves the way for a new era in education. Through the Center of Excellence, we’re equipping students with critical skills that boost their career growth in a competitive global landscape. I look forward to the impact this collaboration will have on students’ careers and the broader educational community.”