HIT Consultant June 29, 2020
Kayla Matthews

Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) are redefining what’s possible in healthcare, as well as other sectors. The 18 companies listed below are some of the top virtual and augmented reality companies in the medical industry.

Defining Augmented Reality

Augmented reality is a technology that blends real-world elements with virtual ones. For example, a person might visit a trade show and aim their smartphone at a display to activate an AR experience that allows them to see a computer-generated version of a product.

This approach is particularly useful for getting people excited about prototypes or helping them understand the potential of any item not yet finalized.

AR vs. VR: What’s The Difference?

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