PatientVR Showcases VR for Healthcare at Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains

 We were thrilled to recently attend an event hosted by the Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains , where we had the opportunity to present PatientVR’s virtual reality for healthcare experience to an enthusiastic and curious audience. Rotary Club President Pamela Noal kindly invited our Director, Mike Vasavada , and our intern, Yudi Shipurkar , as guest speakers, giving us a platform to demonstrate how PatientVR experiences can support patients, particularly those undergoing rehabilitation or cognitive therapy.

L to R: Chris Mahoney (Rotary Club), Mike Vasavada (Director, Mobiddiction PatientVR), Yudi Shipurkar (PatientVR), and Pamela Noal, President of the Lower Blue Mountains Rotary Club.

This event gave us a valuable opportunity to highlight the potential of PatientVR, with a particular focus on its benefits for senior citizens who often face mobility and cognitive challenges. PatientVR is a fully immersive virtual reality platform designed to support patient therapy through engaging activities that stimulate both mind and body. From virtual bowling to calming painting sessions, the PatientVR experience offers a variety of interactions that can help improve motor skills, cognition, and emotional well-being.

The Rotarians, many of whom are senior citizens themselves, were especially interested in how virtual reality could fit into their own lives. During the demonstration, attendees were able to try PatientVR’s activities firsthand in real time. The response was overwhelmingly positive.

Many were amazed by how intuitive and user-friendly the VR experience was, especially because it uses hand-tracking technology rather than traditional controllers. This made it far more accessible for those who may feel intimidated by standard gaming devices or unfamiliar technology.

During the demo, several attendees shared how engaging the virtual experiences were. They appreciated the opportunity to perform light physical movements while staying seated, making it especially beneficial for those with limited mobility. The chance to stay active in a virtual environment felt both innovative and accessible to them.

Many participants also commented on how mentally stimulating the activities were, noting the immersive nature of the virtual environment. They described the experience as far more interactive and engaging than they had expected, and it became clear that virtual reality has the potential to transform traditional cognitive engagement.

We ended the event with a lively Q&A session, where attendees shared their thoughts, asked questions about the app’s features, and discussed how virtual reality could help improve quality of life. It was incredibly rewarding to hear how PatientVR could be used not only for entertainment, but also to deliver real and meaningful health benefits.

Overall, our visit to the Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains was a tremendous success, and we left feeling inspired by the feedback we received from the senior citizens in attendance. Many expressed interest in incorporating virtual reality into their wellness routines, and we look forward to continuing to develop PatientVR to meet the needs of a diverse range of users.

We thank the Rotary Club of Lower Blue Mountains for the opportunity to present PatientVR. Please get in touch if you would like us to demo or present the VR experience at your event.