We envision a transformative shift in medical education—from traditional MCQ assessments to immersive, case-based evaluations. Instead of testing rote memorization, our case-based approach emphasizes critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and decision-making skills in realistic patient scenarios.

About the innovation

Why did you create this innovation?

One night, while attending the emergency department as a medical student, a 65-year-old patient came in with stomach pain. The doctor evaluated him and decided to send him home, believing it was just typical stomach pain. Unfortunately, the next day, the patient passed away due to a fact not widely covered in textbooks: in about 10% of older individuals, stomach pain can be a sign of a heart attac

What does your innovation look like in practice?

Curans offers an immersive virtual patient simulator where medical students engage with lifelike patient scenarios. From taking patient histories and performing virtual physical exams to ordering tests and reaching diagnoses, the platform guides users through the complete diagnostic process. Students receive real-time, personalized feedback that highlights both their strengths and areas for improvement, ensuring a continuous learning experience that mirrors actual clinical decision-making.

How has it been spreading?

From 2023

If I want to try it, what should I do?

Getting started is simple—visit our website at curans.org and click on the "Start a Free Trial" button. You can sign up without needing a credit card and immediately begin exploring interactive virtual patient cases to enhance your clinical skills. Choose Clinical Type for medical student.