What You Should Know:
– Osso VR, the leader in immersive procedural training, announces a groundbreaking collaboration with the American College of Cardiology (ACC) to develop a state-of-the-art training curriculum for left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) procedures.
– The strategic partnership marks a significant leap forward in the field of medical education, leveraging virtual reality (VR) technology to enhance interventional cardiologists’ training.
The Focus: Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO)
The co-developed curriculum focuses on LAAO, a critical procedure that reduces stroke risk in patients with atrial fibrillation. Mastering LAAO requires a diverse skillset, including Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE). Osso VR’s immersive platform addresses this by providing:
- Realistic and Engaging VR Simulation: Users can practice LAAO procedures in a risk-free, virtual environment, replicating real-world scenarios with high fidelity.
- Comprehensive Live Imaging: The platform integrates live imaging, mimicking a real patient’s responses, for a truly immersive training experience.
- Refined Instrument Control: Osso VR’s technology allows for precise and realistic manipulation of virtual instruments, ensuring users develop the necessary dexterity for successful procedures.
“ACC’s goal is to improve access to high-quality cardiovascular care. We are thrilled to collaborate with Osso VR to augment traditional interventional training for some of the more complex and cutting-edge procedures in our field,” said Ami Bhatt, MD, FACC, ACC Chief Innovation Officer. “This collaboration is the first step in a broader effort to increase access to consistent interventional cardiovascular care in the U.S. and globally.”