2026 Virtual Surgery Experience
The 2026 Virtual Surgery Experience is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Since 2007, the Virtual Surgery Project has represented a strong partnership between Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) and the CTE Health Science Education Division of the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE). This collaboration between healthcare and education allows students across the state to witness a real surgical procedure from their classrooms.
This year’s event will feature a Cesarean Section surgery presented by Dr. David J. Patton. Following the live broadcast, students will have an opportunity to participate in a Q&A session via email or X (formerly Twitter).
The Imagine U Virtual Surgery Experience helps students explore healthcare careers and plan their educational paths, especially those interested in medicine, nursing, or allied health. It offers an inside look at the hospital environment, connecting students directly to the world of healthcare through real-time technology.
Educators can also enrich their classroom instruction by using CAMC’s Imagine U website, which includes pre-recorded interviews with healthcare professionals across various specialties. These interviews align with career readiness and employability standards while highlighting in-demand healthcare careers in West Virginia. Previous Virtual Surgery projects are available on the Imagine U - Home Page.
Registration: Please register your student, even if you plan to view the recording later. This helps ensure accurate participation counts and supports the continuation of the Imagine U series. 2026 Imagine U Virtual Surgery Registration
Please contact Ashley Torres atorres@k12.wv.us for questions.