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Published on: August 29, 2018
Virtual Reality Simulation in Postgraduate Pediatric Critical Care Training Based on Trainee Perceptions in London:
Anne Claudia Berlin1, David Harrison2,3, Rima Chakrabarti2,4
1LMU Munich, Munich, Germany.
JMIR Formative Research
|June 25, 2026
Summary
Pediatric trainees see virtual reality (VR) simulation as a valuable addition to critical care training, especially for early-stage learners. However, widespread adoption requires overcoming significant cost, technology, and organizational barriers.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Virtual Reality in Healthcare
- Pediatric Critical Care Training
Background:
- Simulation-based training is crucial for pediatric emergencies.
- Virtual reality (VR) offers scalable, immersive learning opportunities.
- Understanding pediatric trainees' views on VR simulation is limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore London-based pediatric trainees' perceptions of VR simulation.
- To assess VR's role in developing skills for managing critically ill children.
Main Methods:
- Exploratory mixed methods study with pediatric trainees.
- Online questionnaire and virtual semi-structured interviews used for data collection.
- Thematic analysis of qualitative data and descriptive statistics for quantitative data.
Main Results:
- Most trainees had no prior VR experience but were willing to try it for rare scenarios.
- Key barriers identified: high cost, technological literacy, infrastructure, and stakeholder support.
- Clinical experience and simulation training are vital for emergency management skills.
Conclusions:
- Pediatric trainees perceive VR simulation as a valuable adjunct for critical care training.
- Implementation hinges on addressing infrastructural, organizational, educational, and equity barriers.
- Further multicenter studies are needed to evaluate VR's educational impact and cost-effectiveness.
