23 Aug 2023

Birthing simulator helps train clinicians at Wellington hospital

From Nine To Noon, 9:25 am on 23 August 2023

A new technology that enables doctors to simulate real life operations and emergency procedures has been introduced at Wellington Hospital. The life-like mannequins can simulate real human physiological and emotional responses.

Kathryn speaks with Dr Rose Elder, Wellington District's clinical lead of obstetrics, who says "Maia", a female birthing simulator, is being used to train medical staff.

Simulating mannequins at Wellington Hospital

Meet mama-to-be: "Maia". She's helping to train medical staff in Wellington. Photo: Wellington Hospitals Foundation