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 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. 

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 Drager, 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

Supports Training for:

• Respiratory Distress Syndrome (RDS)

• Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)

• Pneumothorax

• Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC)

• Abdominal distension