Developing a training model for emergency medicine training
Enhancing Intubation Training for
Healthcare Professionals
For Prometheus Medical, I designed and developed a 3D-printed larynx model to enhance training in patient intubation. This realistic and cost-effective tool allowed healthcare professionals to practice life-saving procedures in a controlled environment, bridging the gap between theory and real-world application.
Client
Prometheus Medical International
Year
2021
The opportunity
Develop a cost-effective model
for Medical Training
Prometheus Medical required an innovative training aid to improve the teaching of intubation techniques—a critical skill for emergency healthcare providers. Existing solutions were either expensive or lacked the anatomical accuracy necessary for effective training.
Industry: Medical Training and Technology
Challenge: Develop an affordable, anatomically accurate model of the larynx to improve training for intubation procedures.
Key Objectives: Create a durable, realistic training tool that replicates the complexities of the human airway, ensuring healthcare professionals gain practical experience in a safe environment.
“Marianne gir enestående råd i utviklingsfaser, fungerer svært godt i tverrfaglige team, og leverer produkter som har skapt stor kommersiell verdi for vår bedrift.”
Approach
How the Problem was solved
A hands-on, user-focused approach guided the design and development process:
Research and Analysis: Conducted extensive research on laryngeal anatomy and consulted with medical professionals to ensure the model’s accuracy and relevance.
Design and Prototyping: Utilized advanced 3D modeling software to design the larynx, incorporating intricate anatomical details. Created and refined prototypes using 3D printing technology.
Material Selection: Selected materials that mimicked the texture and flexibility of human tissue, providing a realistic tactile experience during training.
Collaboration: Worked closely with medical trainers to test and refine the model, ensuring it met their practical needs for intubation training.
Production: Delivered a final, scalable solution that could be easily reproduced for widespread use in training programs.
The Impact
Saving lives, by enhancing intubation training for health care professionals
The 3D-printed larynx model delivered significant benefits for Prometheus Medical’s training programs:
Enhanced Realism: Provided a highly accurate and tactile training experience, replicating real-world intubation scenarios.
Cost Efficiency: Offered a cost-effective alternative to traditional training models, enabling broader access to high-quality training tools.
Improved Skills Retention: Helped trainees gain confidence and proficiency, with feedback from users indicating better preparedness for live procedures.
Reflection
Key Learnings and Insights
This project emphasized the importance of merging technology with practical healthcare needs. By combining anatomical precision with 3D printing’s flexibility, the larynx model demonstrated how innovation can make advanced training tools accessible and effective. The experience reinforced the value of collaboration with end-users and iterative design to achieve impactful results.
“Vi har i lengre tid gått til Marianne for hjelp til produktutvikling og leveranser av ulike 3D-printedede modeller til medisinske formål blant annet.
Dette er produkter som ble mer populære enn antatt mye på grunn av innspill fra Marianne i utviklingsfasen. Det har vært viktig for vår bedrift.
Som produktutvikler er hun enestående å samarbeide med, fordi hun gir klare og tydelige råd, samtidig som hun er villig til å utforske muligheter og teste eller undersøke de merkelige forespørslene vi kommer med.
Hun fungerer svært godt i tverrfaglige team, har vi erfart.
Jeg kan anbefale Marianne!
Vi har brukt henne som produktutvikler og leverandør, og er svært fornøyd med samarbeidet!”
— Tor Arne Espedal, Sales Manager, Prometheus Medical
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