VirtaMed
VirtaMed develops advanced surgical simulators using hyperrealistic digital twins, AI, and custom hardware. They support medical technology and pharmaceutical partners from accelerated product development to scalable, structured training. Their solutions enable hospitals, trainers, and associations to train and evaluate healthcare professionals through performance-based programs, aiming to improve patient outcomes and revolutionize surgical education.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
medium (51-250)
VirtaMed
Rütistrasse 12, 8952 Schlieren, Zürich, Switzerland
Patents
Products
Laparoscopic mixed-reality simulator
Mixed-reality simulator for laparoscopic procedural training including procedural preparation, trocar placement and stepwise procedural modules for basic to complex laparoscopic cases.
Arthroscopy VR simulator
Virtual-reality arthroscopy simulator with interchangeable joint modules (knee, shoulder, hip, ankle) and haptic feedback to practice diagnostic and therapeutic arthroscopic skills.
Hysteroscopy virtual-reality simulator
VR trainer for diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy with multimetric scoring systems and validated training modules to support hysteroscopy skill acquisition.
Endoscopic urology simulator (transurethral procedures)
Virtual-reality simulator for endourology procedures (e.g., transurethral prostate and bladder tumor resections) capturing operative metrics to support training and objective assessment.
Obstetric and gynecological ultrasound simulator
Simulator for transabdominal and transvaginal obstetric ultrasound training incorporating standardized scanning approaches and measurable skill assessments.
Mobile simulation lab (onsite training delivery)
A transportable simulation facility used to deliver on-site training and demonstrations to hospitals and regional training events.
Laparoscopic mixed-reality simulator
Mixed-reality simulator for laparoscopic procedural training including procedural preparation, trocar placement and stepwise procedural modules for basic to complex laparoscopic cases.
Arthroscopy VR simulator
Virtual-reality arthroscopy simulator with interchangeable joint modules (knee, shoulder, hip, ankle) and haptic feedback to practice diagnostic and therapeutic arthroscopic skills.
Hysteroscopy virtual-reality simulator
VR trainer for diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy with multimetric scoring systems and validated training modules to support hysteroscopy skill acquisition.
Endoscopic urology simulator (transurethral procedures)
Virtual-reality simulator for endourology procedures (e.g., transurethral prostate and bladder tumor resections) capturing operative metrics to support training and objective assessment.
Obstetric and gynecological ultrasound simulator
Simulator for transabdominal and transvaginal obstetric ultrasound training incorporating standardized scanning approaches and measurable skill assessments.
Mobile simulation lab (onsite training delivery)
A transportable simulation facility used to deliver on-site training and demonstrations to hospitals and regional training events.
Services
Co-development of tailored simulator modules and scenarios that reflect partner device workflows and training needs for clinician and sales education.
Design and delivery of structured, module-based education programs with objective metrics and proficiency benchmarks for hospitals, training centres and societies.
Technical support, proactive maintenance, spare-part logistics and cloud-enabled remote diagnostics and software updates to maintain simulator availability.
Practical demos and mobile lab deployment for hands-on evaluation, product demonstration and short-term training delivered at customer sites and events.
Co-development of tailored simulator modules and scenarios that reflect partner device workflows and training needs for clinician and sales education.
Design and delivery of structured, module-based education programs with objective metrics and proficiency benchmarks for hospitals, training centres and societies.
Technical support, proactive maintenance, spare-part logistics and cloud-enabled remote diagnostics and software updates to maintain simulator availability.
Practical demos and mobile lab deployment for hands-on evaluation, product demonstration and short-term training delivered at customer sites and events.
Expertise Areas
- Surgical simulation development
- Simulation-based medical education and curriculum design
- Clinical validation and outcomes research for simulators
- Custom simulation for medical device training and sales enablement
Key Technologies
- Virtual and mixed-reality simulation
- Digital twin modeling for anatomy and procedures
- AI-enhanced simulation workflows
- Passive haptic feedback
News & Updates
Revolutionizing Residency Training: Introducing the MAAS Program by AANA
The Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) launched the MAAS program in 2023, redefining surgical skills acquisition.
Tübingen University Hospital on VirtaMed Gynecological Laparoscopy
Experts from Tübingen University Hospital share their impressions on the value of VirtaMed's gynecological laparoscopy simulator.
Kuopio University Hospital Rotator Cuff Repair Simulation
Kuopio University Hospital in Finland uses the ArthroS™ Shoulder simulator for training in rotator cuff repair.
Supporting Medical Education During COVID-19
VirtaMed's support team helped continue medical education with a 94% satisfaction rating during the pandemic.
VirtaMed and EBCOG Collaborate on Simulation Training Position Statement
VirtaMed works with EBCOG to develop a position statement on simulation-based training in obstetrics and gynecology.
Award-Winning Simulation Online
Madeline Harlow received the 2020 Best Product Engineer award for her innovative simulation concept.
Revolutionizing Residency Training: Introducing the MAAS Program by AANA
The Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA) launched the MAAS program in 2023, redefining surgical skills acquisition.
Tübingen University Hospital on VirtaMed Gynecological Laparoscopy
Experts from Tübingen University Hospital share their impressions on the value of VirtaMed's gynecological laparoscopy simulator.
Kuopio University Hospital Rotator Cuff Repair Simulation
Kuopio University Hospital in Finland uses the ArthroS™ Shoulder simulator for training in rotator cuff repair.
Supporting Medical Education During COVID-19
VirtaMed's support team helped continue medical education with a 94% satisfaction rating during the pandemic.
VirtaMed and EBCOG Collaborate on Simulation Training Position Statement
VirtaMed works with EBCOG to develop a position statement on simulation-based training in obstetrics and gynecology.
Award-Winning Simulation Online
Madeline Harlow received the 2020 Best Product Engineer award for her innovative simulation concept.