NCT07542834 Using Virtual Reality to Improve Medical Training
| NCT ID | NCT07542834 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Ohio University |
| Condition | Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-04-15 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-12-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 100 participants in total. It began in 2026-04-15 with a primary completion date of 2026-12-31.
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Brief Summary
As the U.S. population ages, future physicians must be prepared to care for older adults with multiple health conditions and complex needs. This study will test whether cinematic virtual reality (VR)-an immersive, interactive learning tool-is more effective than traditional lectures in helping medical students learn about geriatric care. Students who complete the VR training will experience realistic patient scenarios that show what can go wrong in medical care and learn how to apply osteopathic principles to improve outcomes. Researchers will compare students' performance on a clinical skills assessment and explore their experiences with the VR training. The goal is to determine whether cinematic virtual reality can better prepare students for residency and improve their ability to provide compassionate, high-quality care for older adults.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: able to read and speak English, are age 18 years and older, and are a medical student enrolled at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine enrolled in the 2025-2026 academic year. \- Exclusion Criteria: unable to read and speak English, 17 years or younger, and are not a medical student enrolled at the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine enrolled in the 2025-2026 academic year. \-
Contact & Investigator
Elizabeth A Beverly, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Ohio University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07542834 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM). Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07542834 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07542834 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at beverle1@ohio.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07542834 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Athens, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07542834 clinical trial?
NCT07542834 is sponsored by Ohio University. The principal investigator is Elizabeth A Beverly, PhD at Ohio University. The trial plans to enroll 100 participants.
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