Integrated prosthetics and reconstruction - 3D printing and virtual surgical planning after cancer surgery

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Integrated prosthetics and reconstruction – 3D printing and virtual surgical planning after cancer surgery

Expert/s: A/Prof Joe Dusseldorp

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Virtual planning for head and neck reconstruction, a comprehensive multi-disciplinary task that is highly detailed to create prosthetics to exacting standards and precision
Encouraging outcomes following head and neck cancer surgery, especially of complex 3D anatomical structures which can be precisely made and fitted for optimal form and function
An optimistic outlook with this service being made available through the public health system
The Chris O’Brien Lifehouse hospital having the most extensive and comprehensive team working in this area

Guest: Dr Joe Dusseldorp, Specialist Plastic Surgeon

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 25 mins

Last Updated: 30 Jan, 2023

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A/Prof Joe Dusseldorp

Specialist Plastic Surgeon; Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, North Shore Private, Hunters Hill Private and Concord Hospital

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