Session Details

Fall 2006 Internet2 Member Meeting

Simulation, Visualization and Immersive Telepresence for Medical Education: Can We Build a Virtual Hospital for Students?

December 05, 2006, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
UTC/GMT -6 hours
Location: CC10 B

   Parvati Dev, Innovation in Learning, Inc. [htm] [ppt]
   Neil Gesundheit, Stanford University [htm] [ppt]
   W. LeRoy Heinrichs, Stanford University [htm] [ppt]
   Margaret Krebs, Stanford University [htm] [ppt]
   Pat Molholt, Columbia University
   Steve Senger, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
   Kevin Smith, Sindex [htm] [ppt]
   Patricia Youngblood, Stanford University [htm] [ppt]

Session Abstract Numerous medical schools are building simulation centers for training students, residents and hospital personnel. 3D anatomic models, stereo imaging, simulated surgical procedures complete with the sensation of touch, high resolution video from the operating room for a sense of telepresence - all are components that are being used today for education. Are they enough to begin crafting a vision of a comprehensive virtual hospital where students meet and treat virtual patients, manage routine needs and crises, and learn their craft in an immersive and authentic environment.

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