This study investigates the use of Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) in medical training. VR provides fully immersive simulations for practicing clinical skills, surgical procedures, and patient interactions in a risk-free environment, enhancing procedural memory and decision-making. AR overlays digital information onto real-world settings, supporting guided procedures, anatomy visualization, and real-time feedback. Evidence indicates that these technologies improve learning outcomes, engagement, and retention compared to traditional methods. While challenges such as cost, technical limitations, and instructor training exist, VR and AR offer transformative potential in medical education, enabling safer, more effective, and interactive skill acquisition for students and professionals.

virtual reality, augmented reality, medical education, medical training, simulation-based learning, surgical skills, clinical skills, immersive technology

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