Medisim VR and Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER) Sign MOU to Establish Cutting-Edge VR Skill Training Lab in Chennai
Medisim VR, a leading healthcare simulation company, and Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research (SRIHER), a premier medical institution in Chennai, today announced the signing of an MOU to establish a state-of-the-art VR Skill Training Lab – Center of Excellence on SRIHER’s campus.
As part of the collaboration, Medisim VR will establish an immersive and realistic skill training lab for medical students, nursing students, faculty, and allied healthcare professionals. The lab will offer advanced VR medical simulations, allowing users to practise medical procedures and develop critical clinical skills in a safe and controlled setting.
The new lab is set to benefit students’ career development and placement opportunities, as it equips them with hands-on experience, boosting their confidence and expertise in medical procedures.
As a Center of Excellence (CoE), the simulation lab will play a pivotal role in upskilling medical students, nursing students and healthcare professionals, as well as professionals from other medical colleges across Chennai.
This innovative collaboration with Medisim VR demonstrates SRIHER’s strategic vision of providing students with the most effective learning experiences.
“We’re truly excited to be at the forefront of an educational revolution,” said SRIHER’s Vice Chancellor, Dr. Uma Sekar. “Our collaboration with Medisim VR to create a state-of-the-art Virtual Reality lab right here on our campus is proof of SRIHER’s commitment to educational excellence through innovation. By offering this incredible opportunity, we’re not only preparing our students for the challenges of the future but also transforming them into leaders who can effectively use technology to make a real impact in the world.”
Along with the Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Uma Sekar, the MOU signing ceremony between Medisim VR and SRIHER was graced by distinguished guests, including Registrar Prof. Roopa Nagarajan, Dr. K.V. Somasundaram, Dr. K Balaji Singh, Dr. Latha Ravichandran, Dr. Surendaran, Prof. Ravi Anamalai, and Prof. Ravindran.
Dr. Adith Chinnaswami, co-founder of Medisim VR, expressed his delight in collaborating with SRIHER. “Partnering with SRIHER is a milestone moment for Medisim VR and the future of educational technology in India,” he said. “Our collaboration, combining VR innovations with SRIHER’s excellence, paves the way for a new era in education. Through the Center of Excellence, we’re equipping students with critical skills that boost their career growth in a competitive global landscape. I look forward to the impact this collaboration will have on students’ careers and the broader educational community.”
This collaboration between MediSim VR and SRIHER sets a new precedent for medical colleges to seamlessly integrate VR-based skill training technology into their curriculum and serve as a catalyst for a brighter future in the global healthcare community.
About SRIHER:
SRIHER is a premier medical institution based in Chennai, India. Established with the goal of providing world-class medical education, SRIHER has consistently been at the forefront of innovation and technological advancements in healthcare teaching and research. For more information, visit- https://www.sriramachandra.edu.in/
About Medisim VR:
Medisim VR is a leading healthcare simulation company that offers patent technology designed to meet the unique needs of healthcare training worldwide. Medisim VR’s AI-powered competency assessment tools and immersive virtual training environments elevate the performance of medical students, nursing students, doctors, and healthcare professionals by offering unparalleled immersive experiences that redefine medical education. For more information, visit https://medisimvr.com/
