We're Transforming Pre-Operative Care
Each patient is unique, we strive to establish personalized medicine solutions for patients and physicians alike. Our Pre-Sure® (PRE-operative SUrgical REhearsal) models are made with soft synthetic polymers that mimic human tissue making them ideal for practicing incisions and sutures. They allow you to practice on a 3D printed, patient-specific replica before operating. Personalized patient care improves patient experience, maximizes safety and drives better outcomes.
Improve Patient Outcomes
Aim for possible time gain, or better margins
Plan for Unique Challenges
Print all complex anatomic cases
Rehearse Without Patient Risk
Perform more than one rehearsal
Limit Costs in Actual Surgery
Improve surgical planning
Laser Focus Your Pre-Operative Care
Rehearsal on a bespoke model allows you to practice complicated procedures while also helping you anticipate unforeseen surgical challenges—all at zero risk to your patients. Empower yourself with the tools to deliver the quality of care your patients deserve.
See It For Yourself
Lazarus 3D patented technology allows us to create anatomical models optimized for realism. Watch physicians cut, suture, even cauterize the models and rehearse their procedures like never before.
Lazarus 3D at a Glance
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True Stories from the OR
See how our patient-specific 3D models are transforming preoperative planning
Pre-Sure® Case Study
Dr. Layron Long, Samaritan Health
- Impact of Patient-specific surgical rehearsals on outcomes
- Rapid Surgical Planning on the next-level
- Improved patient education and communication tool
Pre-Sure ® Case Study
Dr. Richard Link, BCM
- Allows an accurate prediction of tumor excision time
- Valuable in predicting the feasibility of RALPN
- Cutting edge technology that makes surgery smarter
Pre-Sure ® Case Study
Dr. Dipen Parekh, UHealth
- Rehearse the surgical approach in advance
- Pre-Sure optimized surgical plan and OR efficiency
- Benefits for particularly challenging and complex procedures
We're Inspired by Innovation
Dr. Jacques Zaneveld, Ph.D.
Founder & CEO
Dr. Jacques Zaneveld is a professional scientist and entrepreneur. Half of his early life was spent on a boat in the South Pacific, while the other half was spent in Corvallis, Oregon. Traveling the world instilled him with a sense of wonder and curiosity that fuels his work to this day.
Trained as a scientist, Dr. Jacques Zaneveld has published numerous scientific papers, and obtained funding for his work from the National Eye Institute, National Library of Medicine, the CIBR center, and the National Science Foundation. Originally, 3D printing was a hobby, but he quickly realized its potential to revolutionize medicine and science.
Jacques founded Lazarus 3D to help scientists and clinicians by providing them with 3D printing tools and techniques.
Cheri Waddell
VP of Pre-Sure Products
Cheri Waddell is the Vice President of Pre-Sure Products at Lazarus 3D, where she leads the strategy and growth of the company’s FDA-cleared Pre-Sure platform. Cheri partners with hospitals, healthcare administrators, and surgeons to implement patient-specific surgical rehearsal programs that enhance clinical preparedness, reduce risk, and improve surgical outcomes.
With extensive experience in healthcare administration and operations, Cheri ensures a seamless experience for clinical partners, from onboarding through execution, while aligning Pre-Sure solutions with hospital goals and patient care priorities. She also leads initiatives that expand Pre-Sure’s impact on surgical excellence and establish a path for reimbursement, advancing Lazarus 3D’s mission to help surgeons operate with confidence.