VCA Animal Specialty & Emergency Center
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VCA Animal Specialty & Emergency Center
Specialty: 310-473-5906 / Emergency: 310-473-1561
What is 3D Printing?
3D printing is a method of additive manufacturing in which a digital model is printed into a physical, three-dimensional object. We are able to take the images from a CT scan and convert them into a digital 3D model. This model can be printed on its own, or computer aided design (CAD) can be used to design additional guides to aid with various surgical procedures. We use a variety of 3D printing technologies to enable us to print full scale anatomical models in addition to biologically compatible, sterilizable guides that can be used in surgeries.
What’s the benefit for clients and patients?
The primary benefit of 3D modeling and printing is that they allows us to extensively evaluate a patient’s abnormal anatomy and plan out the surgical procedure. It saves time in surgery because we can practice on the 3D printed model as many times as needed until we are confident we will achieve the optimal outcome.
We can show our clients the 3D model of their pet’s condition to provide a better explanation and understanding of the extent of their pet’s condition and what the recommended surgical procedure will entail.
3D Printing allows VCA ASEC to:
VCA ASEC is among the largest surgical groups in Southern California, in business for over 30 years. With multiple, board-certified surgeons on-site 7 days a week for consultations and procedures, VCA ASEC provides your pet with an unmatched depth of expertise. VCA ASEC’s surgeons employ the latest technology for all types of surgery and have published articles in veterinary journals for over 25 years.
Here are just a few of the reasons why over 1600 veterinarians refer their challenging surgical cases to VCA ASEC:
Surgery Department Services:
VCA ASEC’s specialists provide minimally-invasive procedures 7 days a week. Minimally-invasive procedures speed healing and provide optimal patient outcomes. Our specialists perform and teach these techniques regularly.
Minimally Invasive Abdominal Procedures:
Minimally Invasive Thoracic Procedures:
Stents & Interventional Radiology:
Common Surgical Conditions: