Virtual reality (VR) has evolved from military applications to a widely accessible technology with significant potential in healthcare. This review explores VR's role in medical education, surgical training, and therapeutic interventions. VR enhances learning by providing immersive, interactive environments for skill acquisition and retention. It is used in various medical fields, including neurosurgery, cardiology, and rehabilitation, to improve surgical precision, patient outcomes, and therapeutic effectiveness. VR applications include surgical simulations, neurorehabilitation, and pain management, with studies showing positive outcomes in conditions like Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and stroke recovery. VR also aids in patient communication, clinician training, and remote consultations, offering immersive experiences that enhance engagement and accessibility. Despite its promise, challenges such as high costs, limited evidence, and technical barriers hinder widespread adoption. Future research aims to standardize VR applications, improve accessibility, and integrate VR into routine healthcare practices. VR holds transformative potential in revolutionizing healthcare through innovative solutions and improved patient care.Virtual reality (VR) has evolved from military applications to a widely accessible technology with significant potential in healthcare. This review explores VR's role in medical education, surgical training, and therapeutic interventions. VR enhances learning by providing immersive, interactive environments for skill acquisition and retention. It is used in various medical fields, including neurosurgery, cardiology, and rehabilitation, to improve surgical precision, patient outcomes, and therapeutic effectiveness. VR applications include surgical simulations, neurorehabilitation, and pain management, with studies showing positive outcomes in conditions like Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and stroke recovery. VR also aids in patient communication, clinician training, and remote consultations, offering immersive experiences that enhance engagement and accessibility. Despite its promise, challenges such as high costs, limited evidence, and technical barriers hinder widespread adoption. Future research aims to standardize VR applications, improve accessibility, and integrate VR into routine healthcare practices. VR holds transformative potential in revolutionizing healthcare through innovative solutions and improved patient care.