SIMCharacters Paul - Clinical Features
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SIMCharacters Paul
Deliver highly realistic neonatology training
High-Tech. High Fidelity.
In The Smallest Of Spaces.
Every year, 15 million babies are born preterm. That equates to 1 in 10 babies that require high-quality care in a uniquely complex and time-sensitive process.
Improve outcomes for premature infants by combining lifelike anatomy with state-of-the-art technology.
SIMCharacters Paul is a true-to-life, 27-week (+3) premature baby simulator developed by a team of medical and design experts. Paul combines anatomically correct 3D-printed airways based on real-life preterm MRI scans, physiological and pathological breathing patterns, realistic internal structures, and lifelike facial and skin features.
Paul ensures readiness for low-frequency, high-risk premature birth scenarios through precise anatomy and realistic pathologies.
From competency to critical care, Paul uniquely reshapes simulation training and empowers neonatal care providers to excel in real-world situations.
Learn more about SIMCharacters and Laerdal partnership
Authentic both inside and out with feedback
Lifelike External Anatomy
- Pregnancy week: 27+3
- Weight: 1090 grams (2.42. pounds)
- Length: 35cm (13.7 inches)
- Head circumference: 26cm (10.2 inches)
- Real hair
Unique Internal Anatomy
- Highly realistic upper airway
- Ideal for LISA, MIST, INSURE
- Oral and nasal intubation
- Physiological lungs
- Stepless lung compliance
Circulation
- Noiseless palpable pulse on all four extremities and umbilical cord
- Realistic chest compressions
- Insertion of peripheral venous lines
- Insertion of umbilical vein catheters
- Auscultation of heart, lung, and bowel sounds
Respiration
- Spontaneous or inverted between 0-100 breaths/minute
- Realistic values under mechanical ventilation
- Inverted breathing
- Paradox breathing patterns
- Pathological breathing sounds
- Pneumothorax
Sensors
- Sensor for head position
- Detection of tube position in the trachea or esophagus
- Detection of intubation depth
- Reduced ventilation of the left lung when intubating the right main bronchus
- Visuals for efficiency of chest compressions
- Sensor for pulse palpation
- Detection of cutting the umbilical cord
- Detection of umbilical vein catheter and depth of penetration
Stethoscope
- Optimized position-dependent auscultation of respiratory, heart, and stomach sounds via Bluetooth stethoscope
Intuitive Touch Controls
- Controls via laptop or tablet
- Clean user interface
- 3D animations in real time
- 3D animation of the simulator
- Display of all simulator states and measurements in real time
- Full control of all vital parameters
Realistic Patient Monitors
- Easy switching to the preferred manufacturer
- Full functionality of monitors from Dräger, Philips, GE, and Nellcor
- Familiar touch controls
- Pre and post ductal saturation
- Endtidal CO2 curve
- Easy customization of curves, colours and configurations
Wireless Operation
- 3 hours of mobile battery use
- Battery indicator under the skin
- Individual components connect via Wi-Fi
- Charging via charging pad or charging cable
- Ideal for in-situ simulation training
"Paul’s airway is absolutely realistic. You feel like you are intubating a real premature baby."
Dr. Martin Wald, Head of Neonatology Department. Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg
Supports Training for:
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Pneumothorax
- Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)
- Abdominal distension
From effective task trainers to realistic simulators
Effective training for the preterm patient pathway
Providing effective care for the smallest infants is a result of relevant training and diligent practice.
- Learners begin their journey with the Premature Anne.
- A proportioned 25-week preterm trainer created for mastering necessary proficiencies for preterm infant care.
- Helps large groups of learners build confidence and refine essential skills.
- Developed in collaboration with the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Mama - a baby's first word
The importance of "Mama" is shared across languages and cultures.
But when a mother is lost during the labor and delivery process, it can have a potentially devastating effect on the family, community, and society.
Read how simulation training made a difference in ensuring a newborn would be able to have his “Mama”
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