JM Vervoorn

JM Vervoorn is a Visiting Fellow at the Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam, affiliated with the Oral Radiology department. He focuses on integrating advanced technologies like virtual reality (VR) and haptics into dental education. His research emphasizes student learning environments, clinical training transitions, and the global impact of scientific advancements on oral health. He has contributed to peer-reviewed articles analyzing VR implementation, force feedback effects, and educational system improvements.

Dr. Vervoorn’s work spans studies on technological adoption in dental curricula, the psychological aspects of student perception during clinical training, and qualitative assessments of patient-centered VR methodologies. His articles consistently highlight the transformative potential of VR in dentistry and healthcare education.

• Advised 2 PhD theses (names not disclosed).
• Organized international events such as the Simodont Forum ADEA/ADEE 2017 and the ADEE Special Interest Group on Emerging Technologies in Vilnius, Lithuania.
• Active in collaborative initiatives, including research on global oral health advancements and simulation-based educational frameworks.