Produced from medical imaging data, accurate 3D models of anatomy allow for concrete visualization, a tactile interface, and a platform for examining pathological anatomy. This presentation discusses custom and patient-specific anatomical models and their medical and biomedical engineering applications. These models are used for surgical planning, developing custom implants, medical device testing, and healthcare training.

1. Anatomical Models
for Medical and Engineering Applications
Crispin B. Weinberg, Ph.D. | President
Danice Y. Chou, B.S. | Biomedical Engineer
Biomedical Modeling, Inc.
www.biomodel.com
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2. Who are we?
Biomedical Modeling, Inc.
is a Boston-based anatomical engineering company.
We make anatomical models from
medical imaging data (CT, MRI, etc.)
for medical, dental, and engineering applications.
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3. What do we do?
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We are best known for the models we made for
planning the surgical separation of the Alvarez
twins who were conjoined at the head.
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4. For Surgeons
We make models tumor resections and
craniofacial reconstruction.
Tumor
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5. For Anaplastologists
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We make models to serve as templates for
making custom implants and prostheses.
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6. For Dentists
We make patient-specific models for
dental implant placement.
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7. For Engineers
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We make computer-based and bench-top
models for medical device development,
simulation, and research.
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8. For Students &
Educators
We make models for healthcare training
and surgical simulation.
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9. Where do we start?
For patient-specific models, we typically
start working from the CT or MRI scans.
If a patient-specific model is not required,
we may be able to provide suitable data
from our anatomical library.
We also have the facilities and skills for 3D
laser scanning to capture external surface
geometries.
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10. Virtual Models
The virtual models we produce
are available in various formats for
engineering analysis, CAD design, and 3D printing.
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11. Physical Models
We fabricate our physical models
through various 3D printing techniques in specialized
materials and make molds for casting when the properties
of “printable” materials are not adequate.
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12. Why are biomodels useful?
Our 3D models allow for
concrete visualization,
a tactile interface, and a
platform for examining
pathological anatomy.
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13. For more information about our work,
please visit our website at
www.biomodel.com .
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Thank you.
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