Virtual Reality continues to be embraced by researchers, health care providers, and patients alike. Although the field is still relatively new, there seem to be more and more examples of virtual reality having a positive impact on health care delivery, treatment, and training both here at home and around the globe. In this episode we will explore examples of how research in the area of virtual reality could help address current gaps and in our healthcare system and improve patient care today and in the future.

Find our transcript here: https://researchns.ca/beyondresearch-virtual-reality-health-care/ 

In Season 2, Episode 9 – Virtual Reality & Health Care, we cover: 

03:11 – How virtual reality can be leveraged to support children with physical disability

06:32 – Mars VR Lab collaboration

09:15 – Benefits to using virtual reality technology in a youth rehabilitation context

11:48 – Better support training and use of a power wheelchair

13:43 – Virtual reality could potentially be used to improve or develop or elicit empathy in caregivers

22:04 – Exploring the interpersonal traits associated with a person’s willingness to work during the COVID 19 pandemic

27:11 – Does virtual reality have the potential to strengthen healthcare delivery?

Thank you to our guests:

Dr. Jordan Sheriko is the Medical Director of Rehabilitation Services at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Megan Brydon is a PACS Application Specialist at the IWK Health Centre.

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