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Researchers 3D Print Lifelike Aortic Valve Model with Built-in Sensors
In order to help surgeons prepare to perform procedures on patients (say that three times fast), training with 3D printed medical models has been shown to help improve the overall…
3D Printing the Future of Surgery
3D printing has had and will continue to have impacts on many areas. One of the most hotly anticipated areas for 3D printing to impact is medicine. A myriad of…
Team of Surgeons and Engineers Create FabLab, Accelerate Development of 3D Printing Technology in Madrid Hospital
The Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón in Madrid is known for being an excellent teaching and research hospital in addition to the great care it provides its patients. It’s also a…
Utah Woman Beats Kidney Cancer Thanks to Progressive Doctors & 3D Printing
Most of us have a sad spot somewhere within as we remember a loved one who suffered from cancer. Many of us have driven family members back and forth to treatment—sometimes…
Greece: 3D Life Makes High-Quality 3D Printed Medical Models So Doctors Can Save Lives
3D Life is certainly aptly named. This Greek startup isn’t promoting a fun new lifestyle or arts and crafts in the 3D printing industry—they are involved in the serious business…
3D Printed Heart Model Gives a Five-Year-Old Girl a Good Chance for a Long Life
When I started writing about 3D printing, I never expected that I would learn so much about medicine. I’ve learned a great deal about the heart, in particular – knowledge…
3D Printed Jaw Aids Surgeons Performing Operation on Infant
There is something special about a baby’s first cry; that amazing transition from soundless presence to noisy participation is anticipated with excitement by expectant parents. That initial cry of entry was…
