ABSTRACT
Universities require picture archiving and communication system (PACS) similar to those found within the hospital environment, with similar compatibility if images are to be uploaded from outside sources. While the primary day-to-day usage of a PACS is to store and display imaging for clinical care, the systems do have uses in educational contexts. Many of the changes in education instigated by technological advances can be applied across many areas of education and are not specific to medical imaging. Of particular significance is the advance of the virtual learning environment (VLE). One of the greatest benefits of utilising VR in the setting of medical imaging education is that the simulation is performed without subjecting patients to unnecessary doses of radiation. The intention is that accurate replication of clinical imaging and therapy can reduce technical errors within clinical practice that can lead to repeat imaging.
