Italy is increasingly positioning itself at the forefront of healthcare innovation, and the experience of the IRCCS Ospedale Policlinico San Martino in Genova is a clear example of this trajectory. The hospital has transformed 3D surgical planning from a research-based activity into a structured, routine clinical service, reinforcing Italy’s role as a leader in advanced medical technologies.
At San Martino, high-resolution CT and MRI scans are converted into detailed digital reconstructions that allow surgeons to simulate procedures before entering the operating room. These patient-specific 3D models improve anatomical understanding, especially in complex orthopedic oncology, maxillofacial, and reconstructive surgeries.
