A Prospective, Single Site, Non-Randomised, Feasibility Study to Assess the Applicability of a Virtual Reality Immersive Clinical Environment for Learners and Educators

A2003241

This study tests an immersive Virtual Reality (VR) platform to train healthcare staff and medical students in managing rare emergencies. VR offers a cost-effective, realistic alternative to traditional simulation training. The research will assess how well VR improves learner knowledge and confidence and gather feedback from both learners and educators. Recruitment starts mid-2025, with results aimed for early 2026. Success could lead to wider use of VR training across the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Lead Researcher	Karl Ward Lead Nurse for Research and Innovation
Host Organisation	Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Grant Amount	£9,999.54
Start Date	01/04/2025
Estimated Duration	12 months
Impact Areas	Innovation & Health Technologies
Tags/key notes	Injuries and accidents