November 18, 2025 — Leads & Copy — Addion GmbH and Eyecer.at GmbH have adopted Stratasys’ Digital Anatomy™ Solution to create Europe’s first 3D-printed anatomical eye models for eyelid surgery training, Stratasys Ltd. announced today. The solution is already being used by the Anatomical Institute of the University of Innsbruck.
The models enable surgeons and medical students to practice delicate procedures with accuracy and realism, improving outcomes for patients and trainees.
According to Addion GmbH CEO and founder Alexander Hechenberger, the 3D-printed models eliminate the need for cadavers or animal models, which means medical institutions no longer require chilled facilities.
Hechenberger said the models provide safe, consistent, and cost-effective training without sacrificing quality. He added that the models’ realism can be seen, felt, and scaled anywhere in the world with the same reliability, which is democratizing surgical education and making it more accessible than ever.
The models simulate rare and complex pathologies in an ethical and reproducible way, Hechenberger noted.
Addion uses Stratasys’ PolyJet™ 3D printing technology to reproduce the human eye’s intricate anatomy and surrounding tissues, including skin, muscle, and fat layers, with lifelike precision. The technology simulates rare or complex pathologies, giving trainees the opportunity to develop their skills across a range of surgical scenarios, from reconstruction of injured or surgically impacted eyelids to elective procedures that improve patient aesthetics.
Addion incorporates dynamic features such as simulated blood flow within printed tissue, helping surgeons experience the tactile and visual challenges of real procedures in a controlled, repeatable environment.
Stratasys VP Healthcare Erez Ben Zvi said Digital Anatomy additive manufacturing combines material science and medical insight to replicate the true behavior of human tissue.
Ben Zvi said Addion’s work with the University of Innsbruck exemplifies how advanced simulation can improve both surgical performance and patient care, helping medical organizations train more efficiently, safely, and at scale.
Stratasys’ Digital Anatomy Solution is utilized by hospitals, universities, and medical device manufacturers globally to produce advanced 3D-printed models for training, patient education, device testing, and preoperative planning. The solution aims to reduce costs, eliminate logistical barriers, and accelerate learning.
Addion’s eyelid surgery models and other medical applications powered by Stratasys Digital Anatomy technology are being showcased live at Formnext, November 18–21 in Frankfurt (Hall 12.1, Booth D 121).
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