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Dr. Deepak Deshmukh, a board-certified vascular surgeon, has successfully performed the first commercial 3-D printed adipose tissue graft for a wound in the United States. This pioneering procedure was made possible through the innovative technology provided by ROKIT Healthcare; a leading biotechnology company based in South Korea.
The procedure was performed at the Vascular Institute of Virginia in Fairfax, Virginia, a facility known for its cutting-edge advances in patient care and its strong team of talented vascular specialists, including vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, and interventional nephrologists.
“I am thrilled to have been able to perform this groundbreaking procedure,” said Dr. Deshmukh. “The use of 3-D printed adipose tissue grafts represents a significant step forward in our ability to treat patients with complex wounds. This technology allows us to create grafts that are tailored to the individual patient, which can lead to improved healing and recovery.”
Dr. Anish P. Shah, CEO, and founder of the Vascular Institute of Virginia expressed his elation at this milestone. “We are proud of the cutting-edge advances we are making in the care of patients. Our involvement in research and adoption of innovative technologies like 3-D printing is taking patient care to the next level,” said Dr. Shah.
ROKIT Healthcare’s 3-D printing technology is at the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of regenerative medicine. Their innovative approach to tissue engineering allows for the creation of patient-specific grafts, which can be used to treat a wide range of conditions.
