Ensuring strict infection prevention and control (IPC) policies has become a top priority in today’s healthcare environment. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted how vital it is to provide healthcare workers with strong training approaches so they can effectively tackle infectious diseases. In the field of IPC, conventional training methods frequently fall short of providing nurses with the necessary skills to effectively negotiate the challenges of upholding strict standards, reducing cross-contamination, and maintaining cleanliness in high-stress clinical situations.

InceptionXR, a pioneering company established in 2016 and headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, is revolutionizing IPC training through cutting-edge Virtual Reality (VR) technology. Led by Founder & CEO Benny Arbel, InceptionXR addresses the critical need for innovative solutions in IPC training, particularly in healthcare settings. Its flagship product, IPSee, represents a paradigm shift, offering a highly effective and engaging alternative to traditional methods.

The COVID-19 pandemic spotlighted deficiencies in IPC knowledge and practices, underscoring the urgency to enhance healthcare IPC protocols. Hospitals grapple with the challenge of maintaining consistent cleanliness and minimizing cross-contamination among diverse staff members. Traditional training approaches, coupled with high turnover rates and the complexity of human behaviour-related areas such as IPC, further compound these challenges.

InceptionXR’s VR simulation, IPSee, addresses these challenges by providing an immersive learning environment where nurses can practice IPC protocols in realistic scenarios. Unlike physical simulation centres, IPSee offers scalable and portable training experiences directly accessible to nurses, enhancing performance and behaviour in IPC. Furthermore, IPSee allows multiple users to participate simultaneously, streamlining training processes without the need for costly physical setups.

‘As our solution was initially developed as a virtual reality (VR) platform, the service is also implemented in other areas, outside of the healthcare space. This allows us not only to get our insights and data from the healthcare world but also from our experience in other fields, which is a very powerful cross-pollination effect,’ says Benny.

IPSee, InceptionXR’s flagship Virtual Reality (VR) simulation for nurses, offers several key features aimed at revolutionizing infection prevention and control (IPC) training. It provides an immersive learning environment, allowing nurses to practice IPC protocols in a realistic virtual space, enhancing engagement and facilitating effective skill development. Additionally, IPSee incorporates hand gesture controls, enabling users to navigate the virtual environment without controllers, optimizing their training experience by keeping their hands free from nurse-related activities.

Moreover, IPSee adopts an assessment-led training approach, offering personalized feedback and performance assessments to encourage continuous skill development by improving self-awareness and addressing areas for improvement. Scheduled for regular usage, with short sessions every three months, this approach maximizes training efficacy while minimizing disruptions to nurses’ workflow, ensuring consistent skill enhancement over time.

InceptionXR’s collaboration with Emory University Hospital unveiled significant variances in nurse practices and cross-contamination, reinforcing the demand for innovative training solutions. Early feedback indicates nurses strongly prefer IPSee over traditional methods. The company’s commitment to user-centric design has resulted in intuitive navigation solutions seamlessly integrated into nurses’ workflows.

As InceptionXR enters FY24, it aims to expand its presence in the US healthcare sector and international markets by introducing IPSee to new health systems, making it a global standard in nursing training. Additionally, InceptionXR plans to diversify its offerings to address various clinical and training needs across industries.

A pioneer in XR-based learning, InceptionXR offers immersive training solutions for diverse industries, focusing on accessibility, affordability, and effectiveness. Its platform caters not only to healthcare but also to telecommunications, education, publishing, and entertainment sectors. The integration of VR, AR, and 3D media enables the creation and distribution of immersive content at scale, enhancing learning outcomes and knowledge retention.

InceptionXR’s mission of “Creativity Driving Excellence” underscores its dedication to leveraging immersive media for global education and training enhancement. By utilizing XR technology for improved training experiences, the organization aims to influence long-lasting behavioral changes in medical professionals, promoting safer and more effective medical procedures.