Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Ottobock’s new 3D printed silicone prosthetic liner reflects a broader movement toward mass-customized healthcare enabled by additive manufacturing and digital workflows.
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3D Printing for All: Lessons from Hospitals That Built It From the Ground Up
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe show why starting small, investing in people, and following clinical demand are the real drivers behind successful hospital-based 3D printing programs.
Rethinking Prosthetics: The Challenge of Four Legged Patients
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight the critical differences that make animal prosthetics a specialized field requiring new approaches to 3D printed design.
3D Printing Meets Embryo Screening: Additive Manufacturing in IVF and Reproductive Medicine
Anthony Palumbo and Charles Goulding examine how additive manufacturing is accelerating embryo screening and IVF innovation by enabling high-resolution microfluidic lab-on-a-chip platforms, biocompatible culture scaffolds, and next-generation cryopreservation and micromanipulation tools.
Boston Scientific’s Penumbra Acquisition: Impacts and 3D Printing Opportunities in Vascular Medicine
Anthony Palumbo and Charles Goulding analyze Boston Scientific’s US$14.5 billion acquisition of Penumbra, showing how additive manufacturing can accelerate thrombectomy and neurovascular innovation through rapid device prototyping, micro-precision component development, production tooling, and the use of 3D printed vascular models for testing and physician training.
Duke University’s Research Strategy and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan examine how Duke University’s research strategy, shaped by federal funding uncertainty, healthcare innovation, and advanced manufacturing trends, is positioning 3D printing as a key driver of biomedical, engineering, and life science advancement within the Research Triangle.
L-Codes for Additive Manufacturing: Recognizing 3D Printed Prosthetics and Orthotics
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi decode how recent updates to L-codes now recognize additively manufactured prosthetics and orthotics, marking a pivotal step toward mainstream reimbursement and broader access to 3D printed healthcare solutions.
Reinventing Orthopaedics: DePuy Synthes and the Additive Age of MedTech
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine how Johnson & Johnson’s spin-off of DePuy Synthes sets the stage for a more agile, 3D printing–driven orthopaedics powerhouse ready to redefine surgical innovation.
From Craft to Code: How Ottobock Industrialized Personalization
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine how Ottobock’s digital scan-to-print ecosystem is redefining prosthetic care from artisanal to algorithmic precision.
EU Medical Device Tariffs and 3D Printing: A New Strategic Imperative
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how new U.S. tariffs on EU medical devices could raise patient costs—but also open the door for America’s 3D printing expertise to lead the next wave of MedTech innovation.
Healing in 3D: How Ricoh is Helping to Save Lives
Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan spotlight Ricoh’s leap into 3D printing and how it is reshaping healthcare with personalized surgical planning, in-hospital innovation studios, and groundbreaking clinical partnerships. (Re-published for updated content.)
From Scan to Solution: Invent Medical’s Blueprint for Mass Personalization
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how ventilated helmets, HP’s MJF tech, and precision scanning are changing outcomes for thousands of young patients.
Built for Extremes: How One Amputee is Engineering a New Future for Prosthetics
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi present how Bryan Costello’s lived experience and pipe-fitting background sparked a breakthrough in temperature-regulated prosthetics, setting a new standard for comfort and mobility.
From Battlefield to Brainwaves: Hanger’s High-Tech Leap with Coapt
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Hanger, Inc.’s acquisition of Coapt, LLC propels prosthetic care into a new era of neural control, accessibility, and innovation.
3D Printers Are the New Lab Techs—And They’re Changing Everything
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how 3D printing is transforming laboratories into agile, automated powerhouses—pushing facility design, scientific speed, and R&D incentives into the future.
Heartland Rising: The Cities Using 3D Printing to Shape the Future
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how five dynamic Heartland cities are using 3D printing to drive innovation, economic development, and next-gen manufacturing.
From Cactus to Prosthetic: How Nature and 3D Printing Are Transforming Limb Replacement
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how combining bio-inspired engineering with cutting-edge 3D printing, Limber Prosthetic has developed a lightweight, customizable below-the-knee prosthetic that is redefining mobility and accessibility for amputees worldwide. Advancements in 3D printing have revolutionized many industries, from aerospace to healthcare. One of the most inspiring applications of this technology is… Continue reading From Cactus to Prosthetic: How Nature and 3D Printing Are Transforming Limb Replacement
Unlocking Value: Why Private Equity Must Embrace 3D Printing Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi investigate how major private equity firms like BlackRock, KKR, and Carlyle can leverage 3D printing technology to enhance supply chains, cut costs, and improve product innovation.
From Jets to Jay Leno’s Garage: Williams International’s Engineering Legacy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Williams International’s Weber County expansion, turbine expertise, and 3D printing innovations are driving advancements in aerospace, motorsports, and beyond.
Solventum Under Pressure: What Thermo Fisher’s Billion-Dollar Buy Means for Healthcare Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze Thermo Fisher’s US$3.5-$4 billion acquisition of Solventum’s filtration business, exploring its impact on the industry, competitors, and innovation in 3D printing technology.
From Classroom to Cutting-Edge Labs: How SPARC Kips Bay is Redefining NYC’s STEM Landscape
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how SPARC Kips Bay’s transformative project and 3D printing technology are set to revolutionize healthcare education, innovation, and economic growth in New York City.
Private Equity Meets Dentistry: How KKR’s Investment in Henry Schein is Reshaping the Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how KKR’s investment in Henry Schein signals a transformative shift in medical and dental supply chains, with 3D printing at the forefront.
Revolutionizing Foot and Ankle Care: Zimmer Biomet Expands with Paragon 28 Buyout
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Zimmer Biomet’s US$1.1 billion acquisition of Paragon 28 strengthens its 3D printing capabilities, revolutionizing personalized orthopedic solutions.
The Future is Printed: 3D Printing’s Impact Across Industries in 2025
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into the transformative role of 3D printing in 2025, from revolutionizing healthcare to reshaping defense and energy industries amid global challenges.
The MedTech Merger Shaping the Future: Stryker Acquires Inari Medical for $4.9 Billion
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Stryker’s acquisition of Inari Medical is set to transform vascular care and accelerate advancements in 3D printing technologies for the MedTech industry.
The Future of Healthcare: Wyss Institute’s Game-Changing 3D Printing Innovations
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into the Wyss Institute’s cutting-edge 3D printing advances, from bioprinted tissues to life-saving medical devices.
Redefining Innovation: How 3D Printing is Shaping Singapore’s Future
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Singapore is spearheading the global 3D printing revolution, with groundbreaking innovations spanning from culinary creations to biomedical discoveries.
From IPO to Private Sale: The Strategic Shift of Sunrise Medical
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze Nordic Capital’s strategic sale of Sunrise Medical to Platinum Equity, highlighting the transformative impact on the mobility aids market and the role of advanced 3D printing technologies.
Beyond Beaches: Tampa’s Rise as a 3D Printing Powerhouse
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover Tampa’s transformation into a tech hub, driven by cutting-edge 3D printing technology revolutionizing its medical and maritime industries.
How Stryker and Apple’s Vision Pro are Enhancing Medical Procedures with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stryker’s integration of Apple’s Vision Pro and 3D printing technology is revolutionizing surgical precision and patient outcomes in the healthcare industry.
The Intersection of Pharmaceuticals and 3D Printing: Innovations in Weight Loss Medications and Medical Devices
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the role of 3D printing in the context of weight loss medications.
3D Printing’s Role in Custom-Fit Hearing Aids and Dementia Risk Reduction
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how companies in the medtech industry can leverage 3D printing to enhance customization and fit of hearing aids.
Revolutionizing Healthcare: Harnessing 3D Printing for Cost-Efficient Innovation and Tax Incentives
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss energy-based Inflation Reduction Act tax incentives as a solutions for hospitals amid rising labor costs.
The Role of 3D Printing in the Expansion of Medtech Devices
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how private equity firms are acquiring physician medical practices and how integrating 3D printing technology can enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
How 3D Printing Propelled Medical Device Giants Boston Scientific, Edwards Lifesciences, Stryker, and Medtronic
Charles R. Goulding and Mwansa Chabala look at how four medtech companies leveraged 3D printing to recover after the pandemic.
Advancing MedTech with 3D Printed Exoskeletons
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee increased use of 3D printing to produce customized medical exoskeletons.
Uncovering the Benefits of 3D Printing in MedTech
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the use of 3D printing in five major healthcare companies.
Why Did Stratasys Invest in a Healthcare Solutions Provider?
Stratasys announced a major investment of US$10M in Axial3D, but why?