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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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In this episode:

  • 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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