Teach the Unteachable with a Virtual Reality (VR) Brain Death Scenario - 800 Students and 3 Years of Experience.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Traditionally, clinical education has combined classroom theory with hospital-based practical experiences. Over the past 50 years, simulation-based training, particularly virtual reality (VR), has gained prominence for its flexibility and scalability. This article describes the development, implementation and evaluation of a VR-based brain death diagnostic training module at the University of Münster over a three-year period.

Methods

A multidisciplinary team developed the VR scenario to simulate a realistic intensive care unit, in line with German guidelines for brain death diagnosis. The module includes a tutorial and a preparatory video podcast to accommodate varying levels of VR experience. The course maintained its former small-group format, integrating VR t

SUBMITTER: Junga A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11784512 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature