The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi, in partnership with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), hosted a pivotal workshop on “Emerging Healthcare Technologies.” The event brought together 330 participants—120 in person and 210 online—from the fields of healthcare and artificial intelligence, fostering deep discussions on the future of healthcare and technology integration.
The day commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony led by Shri Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and IT, alongside prominent figures including Dr. M. Srinivas, Director of AIIMS New Delhi. Dr. Kanwal Preet Kochhar (Professor and Head, Department of Physiology, AIIMS New Delhi) and Shri Praveen Srivastava (Scientist-G, CDAC Noida) were also present. In his special address, Shri Praveen Srivastava emphasized the critical importance of cybersecurity in healthcare systems and highlighted recent advancements in technology. Shri Abhishek Singh’s keynote highlighted AIIMS’s vision for integrating tech-driven solutions into medical practices.
The technical sessions began with the presentation of MedSIM 2.0, an innovative online skills lab and virtual patient simulation platform. This session, chaired by Dr. Rashmi Ramachandran (Department of Anaesthesiology, Pain Medicine and Critical Care of AIIMS New Delhi), introduced MedSIM as a cutting-edge tool designed to enhance medical education by offering secure, hands-on virtual training environments.
MedSIM 2.0, jointly developed by AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, and C- DAC Thiruvananthapuram, is a platform aligned with the National Medical Commission (NMC) curriculum. Dr. Priyadarshini Mishra (AIIMS Bhubaneswar) introduced MedSIM, explaining its user-friendly interface, clinical relevance, and alignment with the medical curriculum. Amrita CREATE’s Dr. Romita Jinachandran then detailed MedSIM’s four core modules: Theory-based Simulations, Game-based Clinical Cases, Virtual Patient Clinical Cases, and Virtual Reality (VR) Clinical Cases. A live demonstration illustrated MedSIM’s cutting-edge capabilities, showcasing scenarios that replicated complex, interdisciplinary medical cases in an interactive, virtual environment.
The integration of MedSIM and VR technologies offers an exciting avenue for revolutionizing medical education, fostering creative learning environments, and preparing students for future medical challenges. By incorporating these technologies, medical institutions can cater to diverse learning styles, enhance practical skills, and push the boundaries of traditional medical training.
The response was overwhelmingly positive. Participants applauded MedSIM’s intuitive design, its ability to simulate authentic clinical experiences, and its effectiveness as a training tool for learners at all stages. Many attendees expressed eagerness to integrate MedSIM into their institutions’ medical education programs.
Representing Amrita CREATE at the workshop were Dr. Romita Jinachandran and Ms. Vinila Rebecca Jacob. Ms. Vinila also served as the anchor for the inaugural ceremony and the session till high tea.
Other Sessions: A Comprehensive Look at AI and Healthcare Security Beyond MedSIM, the workshop included sessions on AI’s role in medical education, cybersecurity, and the future of virtual teaching, along with an e-poster competition that encouraged innovation and was met with enthusiasm.
The day concluded with a group photo, capturing the spirit of collaboration and shared ambition among experts, educators, and students dedicated to advancing healthcare technology.
