The engine that powers SIMVANA

There is a lot going on under the hood of SIMVANA. Complex algorithms simulate patient physiology and machinery to create a life like virtual operating room environment. User movement and interactions are tracked to deliver an intuitive experience for all levels. A wealth of learning content is overlaid on top of the simulation to teach students within the context of an OR environment.

All of this and more make SIMVANA the most immersive and effective way to train outside of the operating room.

In Depth Simulation

The SIMVANA simulation is broken up into three primary, interdependent, modules. When running in tandem, the result is an immersive experience that allows for free exploration and experimentation in a virtual operating room.

Physiology Simulation

SIMVANA models the physiologic responses to anesthesia and user interaction based on data from peer-reviewed research so that the patient is able to respond accurately and autonomously.

Mechanical Simulation

SIMVANA does not rely on scripted scenarios or decision trees for functionality. Designed from the ground-up using the 'open-world' concepts of video game design, each component processes it's input independently and responds to the user realistically.  As components are connected together, complex simulations emerge that mimic a real-world environment.  The user is given the freedom to make independent decisions, but encounters the consequences for doing so.

User Input

Virtual reality allows users to act with greater freedom compared to desktop software. Every object in SIMVANA is physically simulated. Components can be freely connected and disconnected, or rearranged by the user to change the characteristics of the simulation.

Mastery Lessons

Learning the foundations of any subject is the most important part of any student's education. SIMVANA's mastery lessons overlay on top of the existing simulation, creating an immersive learning environment. Students are taught the basics through a mix of videos, quizzes, and interactive scenarios right in the operating room environment.

  • Machine Basics 1

  • Machine Basics 2

  • Machine Basics 3

  • Surgical Table (Coming soon!)

  • Pharmacology 1 (Coming soon!)

Machine Basics 1

CO2 Absorber

Introduction to the CO2 Absorber
CO2 Absorbent Exhaustion
CO2 Rebreathing
Absorber Replacement
Managing Absorber Exhaustion
CO2 Absorber Challenge

Electrical System

Master Switch
Wall Outlets
Auxiliary Outlets
Battery Backup
Main Outlet Breakers
Auxiliary Outlet Breakers
Line Isolation Monitor
Electrical System Challenge

Cylinder Supply

Spare Oxygen Cylinder
Hanger Yoke Assembly
Activating the Spare Oxygen Cylinder
Activating the Aux Oxygen Cylinder
Pin Index Safety System
Oxygen Cylinder Estimates
Cylinder Supply Challenge

Pipeline Supply

Wall Connections
Diameter Index Safety System
QuickConnect Fitting
Pressure Gauges
Recognizing Pressure Loss
Managing Pressure Loss
Pipeline Supply Challenge
Machine Basics 2

Gas Delivery

Flowmeter Introduction
Medical Air Flowmeter
Oxygen Flowmeter
N2O & Proportioning System
Fail-Safe Valve
Common & Auxiliary Gas Outlets
Oxygen Flush Valve
FiO2 and Gas Flow Estimations
Gas Delivery Challenge

Vaporizers

Intro to Variable Bypass Vaporizers
Sevoflurane Vaporizer
Desflurane Vaporizer
Vaporizer Selector Lock
Vaporizer Cap
Vaporizer Challenge

Circle System

Circle System Introduction
How the Circle System Works
Inspiratory & Expiratory Limbs
Inspiratory & Expiratory Valves
APL Valve
Breathing Bag
Y-Piece and Elbow Attachment
Circle System Challenge

Scavenging System

Scavenging System Introduction
Types of Scavenging Systems
Scavenging System Adjustment
Scavenging System Challenge
Machine Basics 3

Monitor Check

Verifying Monitors
Verifying AMBU Bag
Verifying Suction
Monitor Check Challenge

Oxygen Sensor

Intro to the Oxygen Sensor
Calibrating Sensor to 100% O2
Calibrating Sensor to 21% O2
Oxygen Sensor Challenge

Ventilation System

Intro to the Ventilation System
Ventilation System Challenge

Low Pressure System

Intro to the Low Pressure System
Checking the Leak Test Bulb
Performing the Low Pressure Leak Test
Low Pressure System Challenge

Positive Pressure Check

Intro to the Positive Pressure Check
Performing the Pressure Check
Positive Pressure Check Challenge

Alarm Limits

Intro to Alarm Settings
Setting Alarms
Alarm Setting Challenge
Surgical Table

Surgical Table Placeholder Lesson

Surgical Table Placeholder Activity
Pharmacology 1

Pharmacology 1 Placeholder Lesson

Pharmacology 1 Placeholder Activity

Currently, mastery lessons cover the foundational topics of the anesthesia machine. Our subject matter experts continually author and publish new mastery lessons which are available immediately within SIMVANA.

Self-Paced Learning

Learning content is only a few clicks away. SIMVANA has been designed from the ground up to support asynchronous learning. Students can run through content in class with the help of an instructor, or practice different scenarios on their own. At the end of a session, students can send usage reports to instructors or administrators.