Virtual Reality Diversity Equity & Inclusion

The overall project goal is to improve physiciancultural competency through shared patient careProvide a one-paragraph description that summarizesexperiences. To accomplish the specific aims of thethe proposed project. Funded projects are displayed onproject, we propose a longitudinal diversitythe NNLM website and are provided by NLM in responsesimulation curriculum incorporating virtualto requests from NIH, HHS, OMB, Congress, and thereality (VR). By leveraging technology, coupledWhite House.with a diversity stimulation curriculum,physicians will be able to experience the patientcare experience through the lens of patients fromdiverse background through VR technology. Residentsand faculty will learn strategies on how torecognize their own biases while mitigating patientbias toward healthcare providers and promotingallyship. This project will aid the physician indeveloping cultural competency and awareness ofunconscious bias. Ultimately enhancing physiciantrust improving the patient care experience andpromoting healthcare equity.