Improving pediatric diagnostic accuracy using virtual reality tools
Official title: Digital Innovation, Simulation, and Collaboration using Virtual Environment Realities (DISCOVER) for Pediatric Diagnostic
Funded at Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr · NIH-10932195 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way for doctors and nurses in children's hospitals to use virtual reality tools that help them make better decisions about patient care, making sure they can spot problems more accurately and keep kids safe.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cincinnati, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $500,000 |
| NIH project number | 5R18HS029626-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10932195 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pediatric patients admitted to intensive care units who may be at risk for diagnostic errors.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in the pediatric age group or those not admitted to intensive care units may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance diagnostic accuracy in pediatric intensive care units by implementing clinical decision support tools within a virtual reality environment. By simulating real-life clinical scenarios, healthcare providers can better understand how to effectively use these tools, which include artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms. The study will evaluate clinician acceptance and workflow integration to ensure that these tools improve patient safety and reduce diagnostic errors. The approach combines user-centered design with clinical expertise to create a comprehensive learning lab for healthcare professionals.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce diagnostic errors in pediatric patients, leading to improved health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that virtual reality and simulation can effectively enhance training and decision-making in clinical settings, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
Cincinnati, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dewan, Maya L — Cincinnati Childrens Hosp Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Dewan, Maya L
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.