Virtual reality-an innovative tool in medical education.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly recognized as a promising tool in medical education, offering immersive, interactive, and risk-free learning experiences. Its ability to provide three-dimensional visualization of complex anatomical structures may overcome limitations of traditional didactic lectures and cadaver-based learning.

Objective

This study evaluated the effectiveness of VR-based neuroanatomy training compared to conventional teaching methods among undergraduate medical students.

Methods

A total of 117 final-year MBBS students at SRIHER were enrolled between December 2024 and April 2025. Students were stratified into three groups with comparable baseline scores. Group 1 received lectures and notes, Group 2 received lectures plus VR sessions on sk

SUBMITTER: Kapoor MP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12797543 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature