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MedScan3D Talks Creating Customized Anatomical Models Using 3D Printing

Surgical planning has come a long way in recent years, thanks in particular to new technologies used in the medical sector. Practitioners can now rely on digital tools to visualize pathologies in 3D, all in a personalized way to improve…

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Surgical planning has come a long way in recent years, thanks in particular to new technologies used in the medical sector. Practitioners can now rely on digital tools to visualize pathologies in 3D, all in a personalized way to improve surgical outcomes. In addition to these tools, additive manufacturing plays a key role in the medical sector, and more specifically in planning. In particular, it enables tailor-made anatomical models to be designed from the patient’s CT scan, so that the surgeon can visualize, touch and train. Among the companies designing these models is MedScan3D. The company offers a wide range of 3D-printed products that not only improve surgical procedures, but also educate healthcare professionals and future doctors. We caught up with founder and CEO Jacqui O’Connor to find out more about these devices and how additive manufacturing is used.

3DN: Could you introduce yourself?

My name is Jacqui O’ Connor and I am the founder and CEO of MedScan3D. I have a 1st class honors degree in Chemistry and a master’s in biomedical engineering. I am skilled in research and development of biomaterials & medical devices and extensive clinical experience in the healthcare sector. I am a member of network Ireland and involved in female STEM support. At MedScan3D we utilize additive manufacturing to create patient specific and clinically relevant anatomical models for surgical planning and medical device testing.

Jacqui O’Connor

3DN: What is MedScan3D ?

At MedScan3D, we specialize in 3D printing highly accurate patient-specific 3D anatomical models from CT, MRI and CBCT scans. Our target user is any healthcare professionals, such as cardiologists, oncologists, surgeons – placing real anatomy in the hands of healthcare professionals reduce the patient’s risk and a more successful outcome is likely, with less unexpected issues arising in the theater setting. These models can also be used for educational purposes for the team and for the patient in question.