Associate Professor Purdue University West Lafayette, Indiana
The rapidly increasing use of 3D printing for patient care in veterinary medicine poses questions regarding safety and efficiency. The purposes of medical 3D printing have been evolving from making anatomical models to creating patient-specific devices and implants. While numerous reports and studies have shown that the use of 3D printing enhanced procedures and patient care, errors can arise from any step along the production chain of medical 3D printing, from imaging to the device's application. Experts in 3D printing in veterinary surgery will explore the safety and efficacy of 3D printing and share their perspectives on this topic.