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I. Introduction

A. Current Problem: The selection of materials and technology confines is limited while the need for 3D printing is soaring.

B. Population/Area of Focus: Healthcare worker, surgeon, and medical students

C. Key Terms: Computer-aided design, Additive manufacturing, SLA- Stereolithography, Personalized dosage forms

Thesis Statement: Despite the many limitations of 3D printing, its technology is beneficial to the medical field by providing precise visuality of human tissue and organ and can shorten surgery time.

II. Background

A. History of 3D printing: The first time of 3D printing came about was in the early 1980s. The first to be credited for this invention was Hideo Kodama of Japan.

B. Growth of 3D printing: Since the early 90s, companies have begun to experiment with the different additive manufacturing technologies. The first commercially available printer was released in 2006.

C. Current state of 3D printing: Prices of 3D printers have been declining since 2010, making them more widely available. Printing quality and ease of use improved in tandem with lower prices.

III. Major Point 1: 3D printing in the operation room

A. Provides visualization of organs

B: Cut time and cost in the operating room

IV. Major Point 2: Increased Productivity

A. Conventional methods of producing items such as prosthetics and implants are far less efficient than 3D printing.

B. Materials that can be used in 3D printing are becoming more affordable.

V. Major Point 3: 3D printing is beneficial for medical students

A. Can be used as a learning tool in the classroom

B. Increase confidence in learning complex subjects such as anatomy and improve test scores.

VI. Challenges in 3D printing:

A. Difficulty in printing large complex organs

B. Copyright and trademark concerns

VII. Conclusion

A. 3D printing technology has applications in medicine because it makes it possible to visualize human tissue and organs and because it helps speed up surgery.

B. Next Steps: The use of anatomical models will become standard for surgery. Hospitals and labs are adopting 3D printing as part of their medical practices and research efforts worldwide.

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