Avatar Medical, a pioneer in real-time, patient-specific 3D medical imaging, announced that its flagship solution, Avatar Medical Vision, can now be launched directly from within a patient's Epic Systems electronic health record (EHR). This integration aims to provide clinicians with seamless access to interactive, patient-specific 3D anatomy during consultations and surgical planning, marking a significant step toward embedding visual intelligence into routine clinical workflows.
The ability to launch Avatar Medical Vision from Epic means that clinicians can view and manipulate a patient's own anatomy in 3D within a few clicks, without leaving the EHR. This reduces the friction of switching between systems and brings detailed visualization closer to the point of care. Avatar Medical Vision transforms standard CT and MRI scans into interactive 3D representations instantly and without segmentation, offering a more intuitive way to understand complex anatomy and communicate treatment options with patients.
This integration is part of Avatar Medical's broader vision for Visual Intelligence for Surgery, which seeks to make visual intelligence accessible throughout the surgical care journey—from consultation and preoperative planning to the operating room. The first implementation is underway at UHealth - University of Miami Health System, signaling real-world adoption of the technology in a major academic health system.
For clinicians, the Epic integration could mean faster access to critical visual information, potentially reducing planning time and improving decision-making. For patients, it may lead to clearer explanations of their condition and treatment, enhancing shared decision-making. In an industry where interoperability and efficiency are paramount, this development highlights the growing role of advanced imaging in electronic health records.
Avatar Medical, founded in 2020, has FDA-cleared and CE-marked technology products and works with more than 20 hospitals across the U.S. and Europe. The company originated from research conducted at Institut Curie and Institut Pasteur. For more information, visit avatarmedical.ai. To view the full announcement, including downloadable images, bios, and more, click here. Additional resources are available in the company's press kit.
The integration with Epic, one of the most widely used EHR systems, could accelerate the adoption of patient-specific 3D visualization in clinical practice. As healthcare continues to digitize, tools that seamlessly integrate into existing workflows are likely to gain traction. Avatar Medical's move may pressure competitors to enhance their own interoperability and could set a new standard for how imaging data is utilized at the point of care.
