Tech trends in Simulation
Latest Trends and Future Developments in Medical Simulation (2023–2024)
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Our team has conducted a comprehensive global and European analysis of the most important trends, innovations, and technologies in Medical Simulation, from 2023 into 2025. Whether you're a clinician, educator, or sim center decision-maker, this research provides valuable insights to support your strategic planning and technology investment decisions.
What’s inside the report?
• The latest in AI-powered high-fidelity patient mannequins
• How VR, AR, and hybrid simulation are transforming clinical education
• Emerging robotic and surgical simulation platforms
• New frontiers in nursing and emergency training tech
• Global adoption trends, with a focus on Europe’s leadership in simulation innovation
Why does it matter?
We’ve distilled hundreds of pages of research and source materials into a single, actionable, easy-to-read document—so you don’t have to. You’ll find clear summaries, useful highlights, and insight into how these tools are shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Use this to:
- Guide investment decisions
- Stay ahead of competitors
- Validate your sim lab strategy
- Discover technologies you didn’t know you needed
VR and AR in Medical Simulation and Education: Trends & Strategic Planning for 2025–2030.
This in-depth document explores the future of immersive technology in clinical education across all specialties — with a special focus on university simulation centers in the DACH region and the UK. Whether you're planning to expand your XR capabilities or refine your current simulation strategy, this guide offers critical insights including:
✅ Emerging VR/AR trends across medical, surgical, and nursing education
✅ Regional best practices from leading EU and UK centers
✅ Cost-benefit and ROI analysis for immersive technology adoption
✅ Regulatory and accreditation considerations
✅ Actionable strategic tools – including a full SWOT analysis and scenario planning
📘 Based on the latest research – including independent studies, vendor innovations, and strategic insights from the MSE Group report.
🎯 Who is this for?
Simulation directors, curriculum planners, and decision-makers shaping the next era of healthcare training.
The Ultimate Guide to Building a Healthcare Simulation Center From Scratch
Building a successful healthcare simulation center takes careful planning. Whether you're starting from zero or expanding, our new guidebook, "Building a Simulation Center from Scratch: Professional Checklist Edition," is your indispensable resource.
We've structured it as a practical, actionable checklist, aligned with international standards, to ensure you don't miss a critical step.
What you'll find inside:
• Strategic Planning: Define your purpose and present the ROI to leadership.
• Foundation (First 90 Days): Needs assessment, stakeholder mapping, and pilot scenarios.
• Space Design: Skills labs, acute-care rooms, SP rooms, and essential storage considerations.
• Equipment Essentials: Task trainers, high-fidelity mannequins, VR/AR, and AV management.
• Team Building: Faculty training, simulation technicians, and standardized patient programs.
• Curriculum First: Scenario mapping to learning outcomes, interprofessional education.
• Policies & Operations: Safety policies, video consent, booking rules, and maintenance.
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