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Clement David-Olawade, Aanuoluwapo, Fidelis, Sandra Chinaza, Popoola, Mayowa Racheal, Osonuga, Adewoyin A., Egbon, Eghosasere and Olawade, David B. 
ORCID: 0000-0003-0188-9836
(2026)
The role of digital twin technology in nursing practice, education, and research.
Clinical Simulation in Nursing, 118
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p. 102028.
ISSN 1876-1399
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Official URL: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecns.2026.102028
Abstract
Background
Digital twin technology, a virtual real-time representation of a physical entity, is gaining traction in healthcare, yet its potential in nursing practice remains underexplored.
Objective
This review examines current and potential applications of digital twins in nursing, including benefits, challenges, and integration pathways.
Method
An integrative review synthesised empirical and theoretical literature from PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, IEEE Xplore, and Web of Science (2015 to 2025), alongside grey literature, with data extracted and analysed thematically.
Results
Digital twins show potential across patient monitoring, workflow optimisation, education, patient safety, and research, though challenges persist around data interoperability, privacy, consent, and workforce readiness.
Conclusion
Digital twins offer transformative opportunities for nursing, requiring interdisciplinary collaboration, curriculum integration, and robust regulatory frameworks.
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