Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Surgical Training

Emerging technologies like augmented reality and virtual reality in surgical training are transforming how future surgeons gain hands-on experience. VR simulations offer lifelike procedural practice in risk-free settings, enhancing spatial awareness and technical precision. Augmented reality overlays real-time data or anatomical guidance during procedures, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and clinical application. These tools are particularly valuable in complex fields such as neurosurgery or orthopedics, where visualizing depth and precision is crucial. Integration into curricula enables repeatable practice, performance assessment, and remote collaboration. By reducing the dependence on live case exposure alone, these technologies democratize access to high-quality surgical education and support a new era of competency-based learning.