The Dialogue Problem Is Finally Solved: How AI Made Virtual Patients Work After 50 Years of Trying
During my medical school training, standardized patients were invaluable. Real actors portraying patients with specific conditions gave us a safe space to practice clinical skills before facing real patients. But we only got to practice each scenario once. I was nervous beforehand, nervous during the encounter, and if I missed something critical or fumbled the conversation, that was it—no chance to try again until the next scheduled session, if there was one.
New Publication: Multi-Course Evaluation in the Alliance Almanac
Xuron just published some of our findings in the Alliance Almanac, demonstrating how AI-powered virtual humans can rapidly strengthen communication skills in healthcare.
3LS Ventures Invests in Xuron to Drive Innovation in Healthcare with AI-Powered Solutions
3LS Ventures Inc., a leading early-stage investor specializing in behavioral health solutions, is proud to announce its strategic investment in Xuron, an innovative healthcare technology company that provides a virtual, intelligent provider training aimed at simulating the patient experience. This partnership demonstrates 3LS Ventures’ unwavering commitment to accelerating advancements in healthcare through technology and innovation.
AI’s Promise in Family Medicine Resident Training With Dr. Brittanie West
In an enlightening conversation with Dr. Brittanie West, faculty member at the United Hospital Center Family Medicine Department at West Virginia University, we explore the evolving landscape of resident education and the transformative potential of AI in developing crucial communication skills.
As a community-based residency program educator, Dr. West offers unique insights into both the challenges and opportunities in medical education today.
Bridging Assessment Methods: Dr. Caroline Pardo on Measuring Success in Healthcare Education
In a recent conversation with Xuron’s Director of Medical Education, Dr. Boris Rozenfeld, healthcare education expert Dr. Caroline Pardo shared insights on measuring success in healthcare education. Drawing from her extensive experience leading education teams and running her own consultancy, Dr. Pardo discussed how traditional assessment methods are evolving alongside new AI technologies.
Practice Makes Progress: A New Era for OSCEs and Medical Training with Dr. Andrew Gunter
Ever wondered how doctors learn to break bad news or handle difficult patient conversations? Hint: It’s not just from textbooks! 🎓
Beyond Traditional SPs: How AI is Transforming Clinical Education Programs
The numbers don’t lie: at $272.80 per student per session, traditional standardized patient programs are becoming increasingly unsustainable for many institutions. But the bigger challenge isn’t just cost – it’s the fundamental limitation on practice opportunities and standardization that impacts learning outcomes.
Welcoming Dr. Caroline Pardo to Xuron Advisory Board
In a move that signals our commitment to pushing the boundaries of medical education, Xuron is thrilled to announce the addition of Caroline Pardo, PhD, CHCP, FACEHP, to our Advisory Board.
Embodied AI Agents in Healthcare Education and Training
Embodied AI agents are artificial intelligence (AI) systems designed to interact with their environment and users in a physical or virtual form that mimics human presence. These agents exhibit human-like behaviors, engage in conversations, and perform tasks in a way that appears natural and intuitive.
Virtual Patients: The Future of SDM Training in Continuing Medical Education
Discover how virtual patients are revolutionizing shared decision-making (SDM) training, offering scalable, cost-effective, and personalized learning solutions for medical professionals.