SPARSH Hospital, a premier multi-specialty hospital in Bengaluru, has inaugurated an on-site advanced 3D printing lab at its Infantry Road location. The new lab provides 3D printing solutions for orthopaedic and personalised medical care, with all services available under one roof, from scanning to final customised models.
As part of its ongoing investment in cutting-edge healthcare technologies, the hospital demonstrated 3D printing technology using a virtual reality system, as well as advanced robotics.
On-site Advanced 3D Printing Lab
The advanced 3D printing lab and robotics are significant advancements in healthcare because they provide patient-specific surgical solutions that allow surgeons to plan and perform surgeries with unprecedented precision. The lab will increase surgical precision, shorten recovery times, and reduce long-term healthcare costs.
The lab includes a Bambu Lab 3D printer with the Automatic Material System for multi-material printing, as well as another FDM 3D printer, which could be provided by Jajal Medical (Gujarat), a company that specializes in converting patient scan data into 3D printed models.
The facility’s new 3D printing lab incorporates advanced technologies such as custom prosthetic design and process streamlining to make healthcare more efficient and cost-effective for patients. The lab is intended to significantly reduce costs and time for both patients and medical professionals by providing all services—from scanning to post-processing—in one location.
Dr. Sharan Shivaraj Patil, Chairman and Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon at SPARSH Hospital, officially opened the lab. The combination of 3D printing technology and advanced robotics will enable surgeons to perform procedures with greater precision and accuracy.
“With the adoption of both 3D printing and robotic technologies, we will be setting new standards for surgical precision and patient outcomes. This would result in shorter recovery times and lower healthcare costs in the long term. We have always been at the forefront of innovation, and are committed to bringing the most advanced technologies in orthopaedics available internationally. Today marks another milestone in our ‘Authority on Orthopaedic’ mission.”
– Dr. Sharan Shivaraj Patil, Chairman and Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon at SPARSH Hospital
Dr. Patil added that the lab would allow for the creation of custom-made prosthetics, implants, and surgical models based on each patient’s anatomy.
During a press conference, Dr Patil showcased the new lab, emphasising how these technologies are transforming the capabilities of orthopaedic surgeries. He noted, “These two technologies, 3D printing and robotics, are advancing the capabilities of orthopaedic surgeries and beyond. They enable greater precision in planning and executing complex procedures, resulting in better outcomes for patients, faster recovery, and a significant step forward in personalised healthcare.”
Dr. Patil emphasised the benefits for surgeons, stating that detailed anatomical models created prior to surgery improve pre-surgical planning and shorten surgical time. “For young surgeons, this lab will be an incredible tool for hands-on training, offering unparalleled learning opportunities,” he said.
SPARSH Hospitals’ 3D printing lab is also looking into future innovations, such as creating artificial organs for use in medical research and bioengineering. The hospital’s investment in these technologies positions it as a leader in orthopaedic care and personalised medical treatments.
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