The virtual visit: Using immersive technology to visit hospitals during social distancing and beyond

• DOI: 10.1111/pan.13922
• Publication Date: 2020-09-22T12:23:20Z
• Authors: Andrew Dinh; Louise Furukawa; Thomas J. Caruso
• Keywords: Social distance; Distancing; Pandemic

Abstract Medical trainees face substantial financial and scheduling burdens during the interview process at various levels of training. With current social distancing travel restrictions in place, in‐person interviews now carry an additional health risk that make it difficult for training programs applicants to conduct a thorough process. Virtual presentations are some technology‐driven solutions have been accelerated context mitigate risks. By utilizing immersive technology provide virtual tours sites, opportunity gain comprehensive perspective before making critical decision where continue their We our experiences with creating 360‐degree tour children's hospital methods distribution pediatric anesthesia fellowship applicants. Moving forward, may consider as alternative face‐to‐face site visits not only help alleviate burden but also protect well‐being healthcare personnel patients global pandemic.