MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Learn from leading experts how Medicalholodeck improves medicine and education. Understand how AI is transforming medical images into smart data, and learn about the impact in pediatrics and neurosurgery. Join us on March 22!
We will cover the latest in Medicalholodeck technology, showcasing AI's role in transforming it into a smart platform for professionals and how RecordXR is revolutionizing medical education and content creation. Experts from Europe and the U.S. will share their experiences with Medicalholodeck's impact on incorporating virtual reality in medicine.
What’s Next on Deck? Welcome Address by the Founders
Presenting on stage at Technopark Zurich, Switzerland + Online Christof (CEO), Dominique (CTO)
CET: 13.00 | EDT: 8am | CDT: 7am | PDT: 5am
3D Reconstruction Techniques To Augment the Planning of Complex Pediatric Surgical Procedures
Online from Dallas, Texas. Mark Ryan, MD, MSPH, FACS | Assistant Professor | Surgical Medical Director, ECMO | Surgical Medical Director, Trauma ICU | Associate Medical Director, Trauma Services | Department of Surgery, Division of Pediatric Surgery | UT Southwestern Medical Center/Children's Medical Center Dallas
Medical XR in Thoracic Surgery. AI and Spatial Imaging Infrastructure in a Leading German Hospital
Presenting on stage at Technopark Zurich, Switzerland + Online Jan C. Arensmeyer M.D., and Philipp Feodorovici M.D., Bonn Surgical Technology Center, University Hospital Bonn, Germany
CET: 14.00 | EDT: 9am | CDT: 8am | PDT: 6am
Spatial Computing in Spine Surgery: Past, Present, Future
Online from New York City. Galal A. Elsayed M.D. Assistant Professor and Neurosurgeon, Weill Cornell Medicine at New York-Presbyterian, Queens-Och Spine
Creating the World's Most Stunning XR Anatomy Experience: Meet the Dissection Master
Presenting on stage at Technopark Zurich, Switzerland + Online Evan Goldman, Ph.D., Associate Professor | Director of Anatomy | Director of the Willed Body Program | Department of Radiology | Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA
CET: 15.00 | EST: 9am | CT: 8am | PST: 6am
Virtual Reality Unmasked: Reconstructing a Cranial Axe Attack from a Neurosurgical Perspective
Presenting on stage at Technopark Zurich, Switzerland + Online Markus Holling, MD, PhD, MHBA | Professor & Deputy Chairman | Department of Neurosurgery | University Hospital Münster, Germany
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Medicalholodeck AI brings automatic segmentation into AR and VR, defining the next era of medical imaging. Segment CT and MRI scans with AI within seconds and experience semantic highlighting of over 100 anatomical structures on your medical images.
Medicalholodeck AI performs auto-segmentation with unparalleled speed and accuracy. Your medical images become enriched with crucial information, revealing detailed structures and organs. Interactive layers allow selective highlighting, coloring, hiding and extraction for intuitive and fast medical analysis.*
How to Start
Download the latest release of Medicalholodeck and import your DICOM datasets. Select the relevant AI model to run and within seconds you'll be able to view your high-res DICOM data enhanced with segmented layers.**
Highlights
Fast: instantly segments organs and anatomical structures Spatial: work on smart imaging in immersive space Precise: understand and discuss medical imaging as never before
Medicalholodeck AI changes the way medical imaging is used in medicine and education. It empowers by simplifying complex anatomy, optimizes the use of healthcare resources, and enhances team efficiency. For VR, AR, Nvidia CloudXR, and Meta Quest 3 Medicalholodeck AI is available on PC VR, Nvidia’s CloudXR, on Meta Quest 3, and on Magic Leap 2.
AI Models by MONAI Zoo and Totalsegmentator
Medicalholodeck AI is equipped with a suite of AI models by MONAI, including Wholebody CT Segmentation, Spleen, Prostate, and Pancreas. Also, the open-source version of Totalsegmentator is available. In the next few months, we are adding more models. Follow us on LinkedIn for all news!
*Important Notice: Specialized features for surgical planning and professional clinical use are exclusive to Medical Imaging XR PRO. Currently, Medicalholodeck's applications are for educational purposes only. We are actively working to obtain FDA and CE certifications to make Medical Imaging XR PRO available in the United States and European Union markets. Stay updated on product news, regulatory progress, and availability by contacting us at info@medicalholodeck.com.
** Duration of Segmentation depends on the size of the datasets and the chosen AI model. Full-body segmentations with over 100 structures can take up to 2 minutes.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Medicalholodeck is now available on the Meta Quest 3, marking a significant milestone for medical professionals*, educators, and students. Our applications are combining the power of virtual reality, medical imaging, and human anatomy in high quality, directly through your Meta Quest 3 headset.
Meta Quest 3 advances medical imaging by providing standalone rendering of DICOM format images in immersive mixed reality. This innovation eliminates the need for bulky medical imaging hardware, enabling medical professionals and educators to engage with detailed patient data in a dynamic 3D environment. This advancement enhances the study and teaching of complex medical concepts and streamlines workflows.
In educational settings, Meta Quest 3 enriches learning by enabling interactive exploration of human anatomy and pathologies. For practitioners, it aids in case reviews, fostering better understanding and collaboration. The device's portability and user-friendly interface make it suitable for various settings, enhancing efficiency and educational value in medical practices.*
Cost-Effective and Perfect for Education
Medicalholodeck on Meta Quest 3 presents a cost-effective solution, significantly reducing the reliance on expensive hardware and cloud-based services. Its intuitive interface simplifies the learning process, making it an ideal tool for modern medical education. By offering an engaging and immersive learning experience, it enhances the understanding of complex medical concepts, making it highly suitable for classrooms, self-study, and professional training environments.
Remote Education and Collaboration
Medicalholodeck on Meta Quest 3 effortlessly breaks down geographical barriers, enabling remote education and fostering international collaboration in medical research. This feature allows professionals and students from various locations to interact and learn together in a real-time virtual environment. It not only promotes distance learning but also encourages the exchange of knowledge and expertise in global medical communities, enhancing collaborative case studies and research projects.
Stability and Ease of Use
The Meta Quest 3 stands out for its exceptional stability and user-friendly operating system, making it accessible even to those who are new to virtual reality. When paired with Medicalholodeck, it becomes an ideal combination, offering a seamless and intuitive experience for users of all skill levels. This synergy ensures that even inexperienced users can effortlessly navigate and benefit from its advanced medical imaging capabilities.
*Important Notice Regarding Functionalities for Surgical Planning and Professional Clinical Usage The specialized features tailored for surgical planning and pre-operative professional applications are exclusive to Medical Imaging XR PRO. Please be aware that this product is currently undergoing the necessary processes to obtain FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) and CE (Conformité Européene) certifications. Our team is diligently working to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, and we anticipate that Medical Imaging XR PRO will be available in both the United States and European Union markets soon. To stay informed about product updates, regulatory progress, and availability, or to address any inquiries, contact info@medicalholodeck.com.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
The latest Medicalholodeck update brings substantial improvements to its medical imaging and education VR platform. This release focuses on delivering new functionalities, refining existing features, and resolving issues to enhance performance and usability. Key upgrades include PACS integration, customizable interface options, and more precise measurement tools, all aimed at streamlining the user experience for medical professionals.
PACS Connectivity: A Game-Changer for Efficiency
Perhaps the most groundbreaking addition to Medicalholodeck is the ability to connect directly to your hospital's PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System). This feature promises to change the way healthcare professionals access and interact with patient data. The direct loading of DICOMs stored on the hospital's PACS into the virtual reality environment offers instant access and interaction, streamlining the workflow. PACS is available for EDU and PRO users. Reach out to our support for further insights into this feature.
Personalization with Renaming Capabilities
With the latest update, users now have the ability to rename their color presets on Medicalholodeck's Link portal. This personal touch extends to the renaming of DICOM datasets, simplifying the management of data and enhancing the overall organization. Additionally, managing licenses and records has been made more intuitive, ensuring that users can tailor their experience to their preferences and requirements.
Enhanced Accessibility with Controller Customization
Acknowledging the diversity of its users, Medicalholodeck has introduced the option to switch controllers for left-handed users or for those using single-controller systems, like the Magic Leap. This feature ensures that all the functionalities of Medicalholodeck are accessible, regardless of the user's preferred hand or the controller system they are using.
Precision in Measurement with Improved Area Tool
The introduction of a new area measurement tool enables users to measure areas around a center point with unprecedented precision. This feature is especially crucial for detailed analysis and assessment in medical diagnostics and research, offering a more nuanced approach to measurement within the 3D space.
Streamlined User Interface and Controls
Medicalholodeck's user interface and user experience are undergoing a comprehensive revamp. The developers understand the importance of familiarity for long-term users, which is why the updates are being implemented incrementally. This update presents a cleaner general space, a new application panel, and advanced model controls - all designed to make navigation and operation smoother and more intuitive.
Offline License Activation for Secure Environments
Recognizing the needs of professional users who operate in secure areas without internet connectivity, Medicalholodeck has introduced offline license activation. This feature underscores the platform's commitment to providing flexible and uninterrupted service to all users, regardless of their operational environment.
Find all new features, changes, and bug fixes here in our changelog. For any questions or inquiries, contact our support.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Medicalholodeck for Meta Quest 3 is here: Dive deep into microscopic details with 3D visualizations of CBCT and DICOM dental data, leaving behind the constraints of 2D screens. Designed specifically for Meta Quest 3, it promises an unmatched immersive experience. It's standalone, requiring no external devices, enabling you to access 3D dental imagery on-the-go. Beyond just visualization, it serves as a collaborative hub, facilitating discussions, edits, and reviews in real-time VR.
Immerse, Visualize, Edit. Use Dental Data Like Never Before
As a dental professional, the need for accurate and detailed imaging is paramount. With our latest integration, you can now dive into the microscopic details with high-resolution 3D visualizations of CBCT and DICOM dental data. No more squinting at 2D screens; step into the 3D world and inspect the images from every angle.
Standalone and Streamlined
With the Meta Quest 3’s state-of-the-art capabilities, dive into your dental scans without being tied to any external device. Whether you're in your office, hospital, at a conference, or in the comfort of your home, you have the power to access 3D dental images, anytime and anywhere.
Global Collaboration in VR
Discuss complex cases with your colleagues or students, or explain a procedure to a patient. All within VR. Our platform is not just about visualization – it’s a collaborative hub. Engage in real-time discussions in a shared virtual environment. Whether it's editing, annotating, or reviewing, the 3D imagery ensures everyone is on the same page, making decision-making a breeze.
Record and Share With RecordXR
Documentation and education go hand in hand in dentistry. With our integration of RecordXR, you can now effortlessly record your VR sessions. Whether it’s an intricate procedure or a noteworthy case, capture it in high-quality VR format. Educators and practitioners alike can benefit by sharing these recordings, fostering learning, and creating a repository of educative cases.
Medicalholodeck Meets Meta Quest 3
Experience CBCT and DICOM with unparalleled visual quality in VR. Revel in the simplicity and intuitive nature of Medicalholodeck on Quest 3, tailored for both professionals and beginners alike. Bring the future of medical virtual reality to your practice, lab, education facility, or simulation center.
Early Access Now Available
Elevate your VR medical experiences with Medicalholodeck on Quest 3. Get early access now! Contact us at info@medicalholodeck.com for more information.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Scottish trauma surgeon David Howie has innovatively leveraged Medicalholodeck's virtual reality (VR) software to significantly improve the treatment of intricate bone fractures. Originally inspired while gaming with his daughter, Howie foresaw the medical potential of VR technology and initiated a groundbreaking partnership with Medicalholodeck to bring his vision to life.
At NHS Lanarkshire, Howie and his team have successfully integrated Medicalholodeck's VR system, transforming it into a cost-effective tool for orthopedic surgeons. This allows medical professionals to rehearse complex surgical procedures before even entering the operating room, thereby enhancing the quality and precision of surgeries.
Howie’s initial foray into the VR realm was through recreational gaming. Upon realizing the potential applications for medical imaging, he scoured the market for existing software solutions. Medicalholodeck stood out as the choice platform for integrating this technology into healthcare.
Navigating Complex Fractures: The Game-Changing Impact of Medical VR
Collaborating closely with NHS Lanarkshire's IT team, Medicalholodeck's existing software was fine-tuned to enable doctors at University Hospital, Wishaw, to use VR headsets for creating and studying detailed 3D models of complicated injuries. This adaptation significantly elevates surgeons' abilities to understand and plan for complicated cases.
Not only does Medicalholodeck's VR software provide an in-depth view of fractures, but it also enables an interactive rehearsal environment for surgeons. Howie remarked on the profound impact this technology has had on the team’s ability to understand complex fractures. "With Medicalholodeck's technology, the quality of our work has dramatically improved, especially for multi-fragmented fractures," he said.
Virtual Insights into Complex Fractures
The Medicalholodeck platform has proven invaluable for particularly challenging cases. "For extremely intricate fractures, having a comprehensive understanding of the situation before the first incision is invaluable, and that's where Medicalholodeck's software comes into play," Howie added.
This collaboration with Medicalholodeck marks a first for Scotland in utilizing VR technology. VR has been previously employed in different medical training and patient care scenarios, but its adaptation for clinical education through Medicalholodeck is a novel contribution to healthcare.
Transformative Potential for the Patient’s Health
Trauma Surgeon Elizabeth Crighton, another user of Medicalholodeck's VR system, confirmed its effectiveness. "The technology allows for an unparalleled understanding of complex fractures that are poorly represented by traditional X-rays," she explained.
Ongoing data collection aims to validate the effectiveness and cost-efficiency of the Medicalholodeck VR system. If it proves to enhance surgical outcomes and patient experiences, there is ample opportunity for its wider deployment in various surgical fields.
Lyle Boylan, NHS Lanarkshire's E-health transition manager, echoed the optimism for the technology's future. "Medicalholodeck’s VR software has the potential to not only expedite surgical procedures but also to enhance patient engagement by giving them a clearer understanding of their upcoming surgeries," he said.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Neurosurgeon Galal A. Elsayed, M.D., and colleagues leveraged virtual reality for meticulous preoperative planning and postoperative evaluation in a spinal revision procedure. Dr. Elsayed, now a Weill Cornell Medicine faculty member at Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, used spatial computing, an emergent technology that provides interactive four-dimensional reconstructions derived from radiological imaging. Spatial computing, an emergent technology in the field, provides interactive four-dimensional reconstructions derived from radiological imaging.
Video by Galal A. Elsayed M.D., Department of Neurological Surgery, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Utilizing this technology enables a nuanced understanding of patient-specific anatomical structures in a 4D context, which may result in more efficient surgical durations and refined surgical methodologies for both open and minimally invasive spinal interventions.
Case Details
The case involves a 79-year-old wheelchair-bound male patient who presented chronic lumbar pain and lower extremity weakness. He had previously undergone L2-L5 lumbar decompression with posterior fixation. The new imaging revealed issues including thoracic myelopathy, pseudoarthrosis, and cord compression.
The surgery was performed in two stages, addressing various complications, and it utilized virtual reality to assess critical aspects such as the psoas muscle's configuration, graft sizing, and the trajectory of the approach.
Postoperative Results and Technological Insights
Postoperative assessment revealed an uneventful recovery course. Two months after surgery, the patient reported no back pain and showed continued strength regaining in his lower extremities.
Spatial computing not only supported the diagnosis of the patient's condition but also enabled the visualization of thoracic cord compression, ligamentous buckling, and many other complex details. It also helped identify critical landmarks and configurations necessary for surgical planning.
Future Implications
The success of this case illustrates the potential of virtual reality in revolutionizing spinal surgeries. The team foresees future studies to validate stereopsis and VR for standardizing radiological protocols, which could decrease the incidence of peripheral neuropathies from certain surgical approaches.
The innovative application of spatial computing in spinal surgery has opened doors to new possibilities in preoperative planning and postoperative evaluation. It promises not only to enhance the accuracy and safety of the procedures but also to drive further innovation in the field.
This case signifies a step forward in the world of medical technology, paving the way for safer and more efficient surgical interventions in the spinal domain.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Understanding the complex anatomy of the human heart can be difficult. That’s why we added a human heart into Medicalholodeck’s Dissection Master XR application. The very detailed heart comes with more than one hundred annotations, animated bloodstreams, and airways.
Medicalholodeck’s Dissection Master XR now offers a detailed human heart in Virtual Reality. The heart includes animated blood flows, airways and is fully annotated with more than one hundred structures. The heart offers precise anatomical insight, improving personal learning and anatomical education.
Teach and Study Anatomy in VR
Understanding the intertwined anatomy of the human heart from books and 2D media can be difficult. With this update, Medicalholodeck offers the human heart in a very high-resolution, 3D digital edition, fully accessible in virtual reality.
The real human heart was carefully dissected and prepared by a leading anatomist exclusively for Medicalholodeck. The 3D capturing was done using the latest technology, resulting in an incredibly detailed 3D model - showing the outside and inside of the heart chambers and valves. The paths of arterial and venous blood can now be traced in detail in VR. Additionally, more than one hundred structures were precisely marked. Also, blood streams and airways have been animated to facilitate the understanding of the anatomy.
The result is a fantastic, immersive, and incredibly precise high-resolution 3D model of a human heart, showing all inner and outer structures in VR.
For Self-Study and Group Teaching
The heart is part of the Dissection Master XR app and is available for download. Dissection Master XR is used worldwide for self-study and anatomical teaching in VR groups. A virtual classroom can be established instantly inside Medicalholodeck, connecting an unlimited number of students. Human Dissections and Medical Imaging Side by Side
Another unique feature of Medicalholodeck is the ability to display human dissections side by side with medical imaging data in DICOM format, captured by CT, MRI, CBCT, or Echocardiography. The direct comparison of medical imaging data with anatomy dissections improves anatomy teaching and opens up new ways for self-study and medical education.
Free Licenses For Students
Medicalholodeck is actively supporting students, offering free access to enrolled students. Contact info@medicalholodeck.com for more information.
MEDICALHOLODECK®. Surgery, Anatomy, Medicine, Education, and DICOM Imaging in VR. For Medical Students, Nurses, Doctors and Surgeons. - nooon34
Thanks to modern CT, MRI, and ultrasound devices, the upper body can be recorded in 3D over time, creating medical imaging of a beating heart, a breathing lung, or moving heart valves. These animated images are used for diagnosis and surgical planning. Medicalholodeck’s Medical Imaging XR now enables the import and display of such 4D images in a fully immersive, virtual reality space.
4D medical imaging can be displayed and processed holographically in virtual reality in Medicalholodeck: users can enlarge the data as desired, filter in real-time, crop, and playback at various speeds. The 4D functions are also available in team player mode, allowing location-independent case reports, surgical planning, and teaching.
Improve Diagnostics, Prevention, and Treatment With 4D Data Medical 4D data plays a vital role in cardiology, thoracic surgery, and heart surgery. It improves diagnostics, prevention, and treatment. Medicalholodeck displays 4D data in a fully immersive virtual reality environment, helping medical professionals to enhance their surgical planning. Movements of the heart and lungs are precisely displayed, showing the changing position of tumors during a breath or a heartbeat.
Today, 4D DICOM data is typically watched on the computer screen. However, the use of such data on flat, two-dimensional screens limits its benefit: the depth is always lost, interactivity and size are limited. With Medicalholodeck's new 4D capacities, animated medical DICOM data can be displayed interactively in holographic space and processed immersively in real-time, unleashing the full potential of this valuable resource.
Virtual Reality vs. Computer Screen Medicalholodeck’s new support of medical 4D data offers various benefits to medical professionals. Image processing, medical diagnosis, and surgical planning occur in virtual reality without the limitations of a computer screen. Surgeons can now process radiological images independently, gaining the optimal personal insight into their patients. They can plan the upcoming surgery quickly and efficiently - from their very own point of view. With Medicalholodeck, complications can be identified before a surgery, and the surgical procedures can be adapted.
Medicalholodeck can also be used at universities for surgical training, medical teaching, and anatomical education. Besides Medical Imaging XR, the DICOM viewer for virtual reality, Medicalholodeck offers Dissection Master XR and Anatomy Master XR. The simultaneous use of all three apps allows the direct comparison of medical imaging, human dissections, and 3D anatomy models. Medicalholodeck offers a unique resource for modern medical education.