Introducing an interactive immersion room powered by Immersive Studios—a cutting-edge addition that is transforming education in healthcare.
In the summer of 2024, Good Samaritan Hospital, a 99-bed facility in southwest Indiana, introduced an interactive immersion room to transform education in healthcare.
This 12×12-foot space leverages 360-degree video and imagery, dynamic lighting, soundscapes, and even scent integration to create a truly immersive learning environment.
The hospital has strategically implemented this technology to enhance training for low-volume, high-risk scenarios, particularly benefiting the Operating Room (OR) and Endoscopy (Endo) staff.
In collaboration with unit educators, the hospital’s education department developed a Malignant Hyperthermia (MH) simulation, guiding learners through a lifelike scenario that begins in a patient waiting room and progresses to a digital recreation of the hospital’s actual OR and Endo surgical suites.
The experience goes beyond passive learning—a built-in quiz engages learners while interactive video components mimic real-time changes in patient monitors.
To further reinforce preparedness, educators photographed the MH cart and designed a search-and-find activity to help staff familiarize themselves with its critical contents. Additionally, the training incorporated hands-on practice with mixing medications in a safe, controlled environment.
Participants praised the realism and safety of the learning experience, as well as the seamless integration of digital and hands-on training.
By combining interactive technology with tactile skill-building, Good Samaritan has created a memorable, high-impact educational model that can be easily adapted and repeated annually with minimal redevelopment time.
Beyond clinical training, the immersion room has also been instrumental in healthcare career exploration.
Aspiring healthcare professionals can now experience restricted or sensitive areas of the hospital through immersive photography, providing them with a realistic glimpse into the profession. This initiative not only fosters interest in healthcare careers but also has the potential to attract future employees to Good Samaritan Hospital.
Another advantage of this technology is its cost-effective, flexible operation.
The immersion room can be used with minimal staffing—either through self-directed learning with written instructions or educator-led facilitation.
This approach has enhanced hospital orientation by offering engaging, independent learning opportunities while reducing staffing constraints.
The success of Good Samaritan’s immersive learning model highlights the transformative potential of digital education in healthcare. By merging virtual and real-world experiences, the hospital has elevated staff training, improved knowledge retention, and enhanced recruitment efforts, paving the way for future innovations in clinical education.
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