How to do 3D modeling for cardiothoracic surgery Sept. 05, 2019 Overview Show transcript Overview Shanda Blackmon, M.D., M.P.H., a thoracic surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, shares how to create 3D modeling for cardiothoracic surgery. 3D modeling is the process of developing a mathematical representation of any 3D surface of an object via specialized software. The outcome can be displayed as a 2D image through a process called 3D rendering or as an actual physical model or hologram. Receive Mayo Clinic news in your inbox. Sign up Related ContentVideoMinimally invasive approach to Pancoast tumor using 3D printingArticle3D printing for joint reconstruction in compromised bone VID-20469313 Medical Professionals How to do 3D modeling for CT surgery