Simulators have a role in medical training, much like the aircraft industry has done with pilots.
Emergency medical technicians, medical students, residents and staff physicians all practice their skills on the mannequin. We can simulate many medical scenarios and actually practice specific situations. In recent years Murray has put together a crisis resource management training program for medical staff. An emergency situation is set up with many staff involved, just as if it were a real emergency. Simulation techniques are becoming more widespread but are still new in many places.