Episode 9 - Transforming Surgeon Training: How Zimmer Biomet Uses VR for Medical Education

In this episode of Connected in 3D: Real-Time Solutions & Digital Twins, Ashley Crowder sits down with Thomas Kopec, Senior Manager of Digital Medical Education at Zimmer Biomet. Thomas shares how Zimmer Biomet is revolutionizing surgeon training through virtual reality (VR), overcoming initial challenges, and scaling immersive education globally. Learn how VR enables surgeons to prepare for complex procedures, reduces training costs, and bridges the gap between digital and hands-on learning. Thomas dives into lessons learned, from optimizing VR deployments with tools like ArborXR to creating effective feedback loops with content vendors. If you’re curious about the future of medical education and how XR technology is reshaping healthcare, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!