Dr. Adith Chinnaswami, Co-Founder and COO of MediSim VR, shared his journey in an exclusive interview with CXOToday. During his postgraduate studies in minimal access surgery, he recognized the outdated training methodologies still prevalent in top institutions. Motivated to modernize medical education, he collaborated with VR experts Sabarish Chandrasekaran and Jeno Manickam Durairaj to establish MediSim VR. Their focus on high-fidelity simulations, guided by the OSCE checklist, distinguishes them in the HealthTech space. Utilizing VR and Haptic technology, they offer immersive experiences that enhance medical training, preparing students for real-world scenarios.
MediSim VR’s impact is evident in collaborations like the one with Karpaga Vinayaga Institute of Medical Science, where 92% of students embraced the technology, leading to recognition at the S3 conference awards 2022. Their growth strategy targets emerging markets, aiming to democratize medical education through innovative solutions like Virtual Patients and Anatomy & Physiology education.
To stay ahead, MediSim VR prioritizes innovation and collaboration, integrating advancements in VR and AI into their platform. Their AI-powered analytics engine provides personalized feedback to students, enhancing learning outcomes. Dr. Chinnaswami advises HealthTech entrepreneurs to focus on understanding healthcare needs, assemble multidisciplinary teams, and embrace collaboration to drive meaningful innovation and improve healthcare outcomes.
Source: CXOtoday
