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This paper proposes the use of a personalized and interactive health information platform, dubbed HoloGrad, to explore the intersection of medical genetics and patient engagement. HoloGrad is an immersive and user-centered health information system, using virtual and holographic visualization for 3D interactions in medical genetics. This enables clear and comprehensible presentation and delivery of specialized information to patients. We posit that our approach to individualized genetic counselling can enhance information comprehension, increase retention, improve doctor-patient communication, and reduce genetic counseling time. This is achieved by presenting 3D visualizations on mixed-reality headsets, such as HoloLens and MetaQuest. Patients can see in 3D what a medical geneticist or genetic counselor is demonstrating through holograms and virtual simulations. This makes it easier to view, manipulate, and understand complex genetic structures and procedures. HoloGrad also boasts an interactive Pedigree Tree feature – a fully editable graphical tool for visualizing genealogical relationships and assessing disease risk by tracking family health history. To our knowledge, HoloGrad is the first platform to integrate a fully-fledged Pedigree Tree feature that allows medical professionals and patients to create a comprehensive overview of familial health, aiding in identifying potential genetic pre-dispositions and empowering informed decision-making regarding preventative measures, monitoring plans, and treatment options. The evaluation methods and assessment strategies outlined in this paper offer valuable insights and guidelines, serving as a pivotal resource for those engaged in the exploration of virtual and holographic technologies and visualization tools.

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Bridging Medical Genetics, Genetic Counselling, and Patients: Proposing an Immersive, Interactive, and Holographic Health Information Platform with Evaluation Methods for Personalized Patient Education

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    2025年

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  • S. Chan-Bormei,
  • C. Srisukajorn,
  • P. Teekakirikul,
  • H. Miri

摘要

This paper proposes the use of a personalized and interactive health information platform, dubbed HoloGrad, to explore the intersection of medical genetics and patient engagement. HoloGrad is an immersive and user-centered health information system, using virtual and holographic visualization for 3D interactions in medical genetics. This enables clear and comprehensible presentation and delivery of specialized information to patients. We posit that our approach to individualized genetic counselling can enhance information comprehension, increase retention, improve doctor-patient communication, and reduce genetic counseling time. This is achieved by presenting 3D visualizations on mixed-reality headsets, such as HoloLens and MetaQuest. Patients can see in 3D what a medical geneticist or genetic counselor is demonstrating through holograms and virtual simulations. This makes it easier to view, manipulate, and understand complex genetic structures and procedures. HoloGrad also boasts an interactive Pedigree Tree feature – a fully editable graphical tool for visualizing genealogical relationships and assessing disease risk by tracking family health history. To our knowledge, HoloGrad is the first platform to integrate a fully-fledged Pedigree Tree feature that allows medical professionals and patients to create a comprehensive overview of familial health, aiding in identifying potential genetic pre-dispositions and empowering informed decision-making regarding preventative measures, monitoring plans, and treatment options. The evaluation methods and assessment strategies outlined in this paper offer valuable insights and guidelines, serving as a pivotal resource for those engaged in the exploration of virtual and holographic technologies and visualization tools.