Stanford Medcast Episode 104: Emerging Techology Mini-Series - VR

Virtual environments are transforming the landscape of clinical care, and Dr. Walter Greenleaf, Research & Innovations Director at the Stanford Medical Mixed Reality Center, is at the forefront of this revolution. In our engaging conversation, Dr. Greenleaf reveals how immersive technologies can enhance cognitive and emotional well-being, ultimately promoting healthier behaviors in patients. We delve into the powerful roles of gaming and storytelling in patient adherence, as well as the promising applications of virtual reality in treating behavioral and mental health issues like post-traumatic stress and addiction. As we explore the convergence of AI, biosensing, and XR technologies, Dr. Greenleaf shares insights on personalized treatment and the ethical considerations that accompany these advancements. Join us to discover how these emerging tools are reshaping patient care and decision-making.

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References/Bibliography

1. Alkhudair, N., Alrayes, F., Alsehli, D., & AlRayes, S. (2024, May). Virtual reality in experiential pharmacy education: A quasi-experimental study. Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10981153/#:~:text=VR%20provides%20pharmacy%20students%20with,with%20an%20advanced%20educational%20advantage.

2. Center for Devices and Radiological Health. (n.d.). Augmented reality and virtual reality in medical devices. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/digital-health-center-excellence/augmented-reality-and-virtual-reality-medical-devices

3. Kouijzer, M. M. T. E., Kip, H., Bouman, Y. H. A., & Kelders, S. M. (2023, June 16). Implementation of virtual reality in Healthcare: A scoping review on the implementation process of virtual reality in various healthcare settings. Implementation science communications. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10276472/

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Ruth Adewuya, MD
Managing Director
Stanford University

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Walter Greenleaf, other
Stanford University

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Lydia Wang
Medcast Intern
Stanford

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