P090 Utilising virtual reality in global surgical education

The burden of global disease in OMFS is well acknowledged and often highly preventable, but specialist training remains scarce in many Low- and-Middle-Income-Countries (LMICs). Investment in upskilling local healthcare providers in surgical techniques is crucial. Virtual Reality in Surgery and Medicine (VRiMS) enables 360-degree video-streaming of bespoke live cadaveric surgical teaching, integrating context specific considerations and local user needs. Innovative delivery via frugal cardboard headsets and smartphones ensured accessibility.
Source: The British Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tags: Selected as a TOP TEN on-site poster Source Type: research