3D/Additive Manufacturing
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Cardiovascular | Diagnostics | Digital Health | Neurological | Patient Monitoring | Software & IT | Surgical
The Top 10 Medical Innovations for 2019
A panel of top doctors and researchers presents the advancements with the power to transform healthcare in 2019.Videos Cleveland Clinic
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Cardiovascular
3D Bioprinting Technique Could Create Artificial Blood Vessels, Organ Tissue
The layer-by-layer printing method features fine-grain, programmable control over rigidity.University of Colorado at Boulder 10.22.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Surgical
Regulating the Practice of Medicine
In the latest issue of MPO’s sister publication, Orthopedic Design & Technology (ODT), my Editor’s Letter posed a question regarding regulatory approval of implants. Specifically, I wondered if all implanted devices should be required…Sean Fenske, Editor-in-Chief 10.16.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Materials
3D Bioprinting of Living Structures with Built-In Chemical Sensors
Bioinks with sensor nanoparticles can be calibrated and used to monitor stem cell respiration in bioprinted structures.Faculty of Science - University of Copenhagen 10.02.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Surgical
3D-Printed Tracheal Splints Used in Groundbreaking Pediatric Surgery
Surgeon team used 3 custom splints to assist breathing of a 7-month-old patient battling life-threatening airway obstruction.Videos Georgia Institute of Technology
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
Researchers 3D Print Prototype for 'Bionic Eye'
3D-printing process directly & fully prints array of interconnected semiconducting photodiode devices on a glass hemisphere.Videos University of Minnesota
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Cardiovascular
Researchers Bioprint Complex Tubular Tissues to Replace Dysfunctional Vessels and Ducts
The 3D bioprinting technique allows fine-tuning of the printed tissues' properties.Brigham and Womens Hospital 08.27.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Contract Manufacturing | Machining & Laser Processing | Molding | Tubing & Extrusion
Component Fabrication: The Value of Sharing the ‘Big Picture’ with Suppliers
Understanding device functionality and critical features can significantly impact the component manufacturing process.Online Exclusives Kevin Becker, Quality Manager, Spectralytics Inc. 08.22.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Cardiovascular | Surgical
3D Systems Launches On Demand Anatomical Modeling Service
3D printed anatomical models can provide medical professionals enhanced visualization and can be used for patient education.PR Newswire 06.19.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Molding
Injection Molder Weighs in on 3D Printing Technology
A commentary on the relationship between the two processes and roles for each within medical device manufacturing.Online Exclusives John Budreau, Director of New Business Development, PTI Engineered Plastics 06.18.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Surgical
Fake Kidneys Guide the Way for 'Impossible' Cancer Surgery
Surgeons created five replicas (which bleed like real organs) and conducted full rehearsals in the operating room.Videos University of Rochester Medical Center
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
Eurocoating Acquires CoorsTek Medical's Nanosurfaces Industries
Eurocoating aims at building a "one-stop shop" concept in the area of additive manufacturing parts for the medical industry.Eurocoating SpA 06.06.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Surgical
Top 5 of the Past 15: Moments that Shifted, Shaped, or Shook the Medical Device Industry
You don’t have to be a Greek philosopher to understand the only constant is change; we see it every day in our personal and professional lives. The medical device business is driven by disruptive change fueled by our commitment to continually d…Dawn A. Lissy, President & Founder, Empirical 06.04.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Materials
Researchers Create First Ever 3D-Printed Human Corneas
With a simple low-cost 3D bioprinter, bio-ink was successfully extruded in concentric circles to form the human cornea shape.Newcastle University 05.30.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
3D Printed Sugar Scaffolds: A Sweet Solution for Tissue Engineering & Device Manufacturing
Produces a delicate network of thin ribbons of hardened isomalt, the type of sugar-alcohol used to make throat lozenges.Videos Liz Ahlberg Touchstone, Biomedical Sciences Editor, Illinois News Bureau
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Materials | Surgical
Surgeons Use 3D Printing for Two-Year-Old's Life-Saving Kidney Transplant
Stratasys multi-material 3D printing used to support the successful transplantation of a larger-than-average adult kidney.Business Wire 05.18.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Cardiovascular | Surgical
Engineer Develops 3D Printer that Can Create Complex Biological Tissues
The process is the first to use multiple materials for automated stereolithographic bioprinting.Matthew Chin, University of California - Los Angeles 05.16.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Cardiovascular | Neurological | Surgical
Please Touch: 3D Printed Anatomy Can Make Surgery a Hands-On Experience for Everyone
3D printed anatomical models can help surgeons plan procedures and help communicate more effectively with patients.Amy Kover, GE Reports 05.16.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing
Driving Innovation and Improving Quality with 3D Printing
With more than 100 FDA cleared 3D-printed devices, manufacturers should be investigating this technology.Online Exclusives Eric M. Luyer, Market Research Analyst, Axendia Inc. 05.01.18
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3D/Additive Manufacturing | Neurological | Surgical
MedTech Memoirs: Artificial Limbs
Associate editor Sam Brusco discusses the fascinating and somewhat gruesome history of artificial limbs.Videos Sam Brusco, Associate Editor
