Custom Medical Devices - Research

I am Professor of Healthcare Applications of Design at PDR, Cardiff Metropolitan University. My work applies user-centred design combined with advanced computer-aided design and manufacturing methods to improve the way healthcare is delivered. You can read about a recent collaborative project in the field of assistive technology here.

See the Esteem page for more details of publications, presentations, awards and research projects.

20+ years of experience in custom medical device design.

Working with surgeons and other healthcare professionals around the world.

Development of an ISO 13485 quality management system.

Working with industry partners to turn research into global application.

Using Mimics for medical scan data processing and FreeForm Plus for custom implant design.

Polymer and metal additive manufacture for implants and guides.

Academic lead for a Knoweldge Transfer Partnership with V-Trak. The project created bespoke user-centred design strategies and enhanced design and manufacturing methods for V-Trak’s wheelchair posture management seating products. Read more here.

Image courtesy of V-Trak.

Running workshops, conferences and research projects internationally.

Focussing on how to implement regionally appropriate solutions in India and other parts of the world.