Smileyscope

Smileyscope transforms medical procedures through evidence-based virtual reality.

04/06/2026

How this emergency department reduced its need to wrap and hold its patients

This emergency department faced significant challenges around procedural anxiety, particularly during IV cannulation.

High levels of patient distress often led to wrapping and holding patients to complete necessary procedures. The team needed a cost-effective solution to reduce the need to wrap and hold, while also being easy for staff to adopt in a fast-paced emergency environment.

After encountering Smileyscope while on fellowship at another major children's hopsital, the Paediatric Emergency Physician introduced Smileyscope to their team.

The impact has been significant- reducing the need for sedation and wrapping and holding, whilst also boosting staff morale.

"Procedural anxiety is something we see very often. Smileyscope has helped hugely in this area. Patients are calm, everyone is happier- which makes all the difference".

Interested in trying Smileyscope for your setting? We're currently offering special EOFY support packages for clinics and hospitals before June 30- head to our link in bio to contact our team or schedule a demo.

03/06/2026

The future of healthcare isn't just about better treatments, it's about better experiences.

Smileyscope began as a small experiment for co-founder Dr Evelyn Chan- who was looking for a solution to a recurring problem she kept seeing in her patients.

What followed were the largest clinical trials ever conducted using virtual reality in procedural care- showing up to 60% reduction in pain, 40% less anxiety, half the need to restrain, and dramatically improved caregiver satisfaction.

But the real impact wasn't in the numbers, it was in the moments.

A nine-year-old who was able to complete an MRI without sedation (imagining the scanner as a dessert-making machine).

A cancer patient who finds their chemotherapy treatment more manageable.

Women who feel calmer and supported during some of the more vulnerable procedures, from IUD insertion to epidurals during childbirth.

These are moments of care, reimagined. Because when we change the experience, everything changes.

Ready to see what's possible in your setting? Smileyscope is currently offering hospitals and clinics a limited time offer of one month free for any new subscriptions or renewals before June 30. Head to the link in bio to contact our team and learn more.

02/06/2026

May was a busy month for the Smileyscope team! 💙

From attending the Digital Health Festival and showcasing Lume at Women's Health Road, to supporting HeartKids at the Big Heart Lunch, celebrating International Nurses Day, and marking Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday, there was plenty to celebrate.

We're grateful for the opportunity to support healthcare teams and connect with the incredible people making a difference in patient care every day.

Swipe through to see what we got up to in May! 👋

28/05/2026

Today, on the International Day of Action for Women’s Health, we recognise the clinicians championing more compassionate comfort care and pain management in women’s health. 💙

From miscarriage management, to IUD insertion and removal, hysteroscopy, colposcopy, and labour procedures, these experiences can be deeply uncomfortable, vulnerable, and emotionally challenging.

We’re grateful to the clinicians who refused to accept that women should simply “push through” pain, and who have helped drive meaningful change in patient experience.

A special thank you to Miss Natalie Nunes, Lauren Trepte, Irina Stankuvite, Dr Sara Day, Dr Talat Uppal, Dr Tanushree Rao, and many others for inspiring and guiding this work. Together, we can continue raising the standard for comfort, dignity, and support in women’s healthcare.

27/05/2026

Many clinicians are balancing increasing patient complexity while striving to maintain a calm, supportive clinical environment for patients and families. Many healthcare teams are looking for practical ways to improve patient comfort efficiently.

Smileyscope’s virtual reality platform is designed for clinical settings, helping support:
- Smoother procedures
- Calmer patient experiences
- Improved patient engagement
- Better clinician team morale

As EOFY approaches, we’re continuing to work with clinics and hospitals exploring implementation, onboarding, and innovative opportunities ahead of the new financial year. Contact our team to book a meeting and learn more about our EOFY support packages before 30th June.

26/05/2026

She thought she’d need nitrous again. This time was different.

When Keira was three she was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, which meant a lifetime of invasive procedures and treatments.

Before Smileyscope, that meant she had to come in early morning for nitrous gas sedation, adding additional time and stress to her procedures.

"With nitrous, I'd go into kind of like a scary world. It was like colours and everything everywhere. And then, my nurse, Gab, she introduced me to Smileyscope, which took me to another (virtual) world. So it's like, I'm not going to the hospital, I'm going underwater to go swim with seals. And it's like, I don't even know that my blood test is happening."

Thank you to for funding these headsets used by , and to Breakthrough Victoria for the support in creating this beautiful video.

20/05/2026

Watch how Smileyscope helps patients feel calmer, more engaged and in control.

Supporting developmentally appropriate care and smoother procedural experiences for patients, families and clinicians alike.

Creating moments of calm when they matter most 💙

We're currently offering special EOFY support packages for clinics and hospitals considering onboarding, implementation or equipment upgrades before June 30 - visit our link in bio or speak with our team.

14/05/2026

Paediatric teams are always looking for ways to support smoother procedures, improve workflow, and create a more comfortable experience for young patients and their families.

As hospitals and clinics review budgets and service planning ahead of EOFY, we’re seeing increased focus on tools that can support both clinicians and patient experience.

Smileyscope’s virtual reality platform is designed for clinical settings, helping improve procedures, deliver calmer patient experiences, and smoother workflows for healthcare teams.

We’re currently offering special EOFY support packages for clinics and hospitals considering onboarding, implementation, or equipment upgrades before 30th June. Contact our team via the link in bio to learn more or schedule a demo.

13/05/2026

It was such an honour for Smileyscope to be featured in recently and share our story. What began as a small idea has since been used in over 400,000 procedures worldwide.

Thank you to Sarah Perillo for telling our story. Read the full article at the link in our bio.

11/05/2026

Today is and we want to recognise and celebrate the incredible nurses we meet and work with every day through Smileyscope. 💙

Nurses play such an important role in supporting not only patients, but also families, carers and healthcare teams during some of the most stressful and vulnerable moments.

At Smileyscope, we’re proud to have three nurses on our team, Alex, Vanessa and Jess, with both Alex and Jess coming from paediatric nursing backgrounds. Their clinical experience gives us a deep understanding of the important role nurses play and the impact they make every single day.

We know nursing takes compassion, resilience, empathy and strength, and today we want to thank every nurse for the amazing care and support you provide.

Happy International Nurses Day! 👩‍⚕️✨

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