VR vs. dummy: which trains future doctors better for shock therapy?

NCT ID NCT07350278

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study looks at whether virtual reality (VR) can train medical students to give electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) just as well as using a mannequin. About 78 medical students who have never learned ECT before will be randomly assigned to practice with either VR or a mannequin. Their skills and confidence will be tested before and after training to see if VR is a good alternative.

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  • Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

    Toronto, Ontario, M4N 3M5, Canada

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