The future of medical training
In a constantly evolving medical landscape, the continuous training of professionals is essential. Innovative technologies such as 3D printing are not only revolutionizing the development of medical devices, but also offer new opportunities for the training of medical professionals. Our partner 3Deus Dynamics, a pioneer in this field, uses cutting-edge 3D printing techniques to create accurate anatomical models from soft silicone. These models can be used to train skills directly on specific use cases, as they come very close to reality thanks to their exact textures.
Clarisse Mabesoone, Business Developer 3Deus Dynamics, emphasizes:
"The best way to improve patient care is through good training. We often underestimate the impact of really good training. Many studies show that a movement only becomes fully integrated and routine after hundreds of repetitions - but what if the training is inaccurate because models or animal experiments do not correspond to the human body?"
3Deus Dynamics: pioneering work in 3D printing for medicine
3Deus Dynamics has developed and patented a globally unique technology for 3D silicone printing: "Dynamic Molding". This process makes it possible to print with materials with very low viscosity. How does it work? Gravity is overcome by printing in a powder that gives the material stability. By combining injection molding and 3D printing, the company has developed a method that requires no additional supports and is also flexible and precise.
Innovation through 3D printing: anatomical models for realistic training
A key problem in medical training is the availability of realistic training models "Our technology enables the printing of organs and tissues with true-to-life haptic feedback and the mechanical properties of human soft tissue. When a model leaves the printer, it not only mimics the appearance of real tissue, but also reproduces its softness, elasticity and resilience," explains Clarisse Mabesoone. These replicas offer medical students and surgeons the opportunity to practice complex procedures risk-free before they are performed on patients.
An innovative spirit that motivates
As part of Bayern Innovativ's Health Innovation Network, 3Deus Dynamics makes a significant contribution to the further development of medical technologies. The company contributes its expertise in the field of soft materials 3D printing to develop practical training methods and open up new applications for medical research.
"Our work enables us to establish innovative training concepts for doctors and surgeons that can have a significant impact on patient care in Bavaria and beyond," emphasizes Clarisse Mabesoone.
Close networking with other players from research, industry and the healthcare sector makes it possible to create synergies and drive forward the development of new, practical solutions.
Trends in medical training: ethics, digitalization and simulation
In addition to the further development of training methods, the focus is also on ethical aspects "Many companies want to make their tests safer and more ethical," emphasizes Clarisse Mabesoone. The use of 3D-printed models significantly reduces the need for animal testing and the use of human cadavers and enables more realistic training without ethical concerns - a more cost-effective, less complex and faster alternative in terms of implementation.
"Our models offer a sustainable alternative to cadavers and animal testing, respecting the principle of the 3Rs (reduce, refine, replace) while ensuring the highest precision in testing," explains Clarisse Mabesoone.
Training as the key to better patient care
Medicine is entering a new era in which innovative technologies can revolutionize training and patient care. The 3D printing of anatomical models offers not only an ethical, but also a realistic and effective way to optimally prepare medical professionals for their tasks. "We need to exploit the full potential of training, as this is the only way to improve the quality of patient care in the long term," summarizes Mabesoone.
Investing in state-of-the-art training methods is not a luxury, but a necessity - for the safety of patients and progress in medicine. They lay the foundation for medical care. For this reason, we are delighted to have 3Deus Dynamics as a strong partner.