The Role of Virtual Reality in Training Orthopaedic Surgery Residents

» Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly used across surgical specialties in training, offering a safe, immersive environment for skill development. » Studies show that VR significantly improves surgical performance making it an effective training tool for orthopaedic residents; however, effects may be more pronounced in junior trainees and may not be seen in senior trainees or attendings. » As VR technology evolves, it promises broader applications in surgical training, though further research is needed to establish its superiority over traditional methods.