Surgical Planning and Simulation

Kitware advances surgical care through custom software solutions that combine real-time simulation, medical imaging, and visualization technologies. Our expertise spans the development of virtual training environments and image-guided intervention systems that enhance clinical decision-making, improve patient outcomes, and accelerate research.

We develop simulation platforms that replicate real-world surgical scenarios using technologies such as fast numerical solvers, haptic feedback, VR displays, and advanced rendering.

For surgical planning, we create applications that use medical imaging to guide minimally invasive interventions. These image-guided systems rely on sophisticated registration, visualization, and tracking technologies to provide clinicians with real-time feedback and enhanced spatial understanding. Our tools help reduce surgical trauma, speed recovery times, and improve procedural accuracy.

Kitware’s platforms—including VTK, 3D Slicer, and Pulse—work together to form an end-to-end ecosystem for surgical simulation and planning. Whether integrating intraoperative imaging, visualizing pre-operative plans, or interfacing with tracking devices, our open-source software enables:

• Virtual and augmented reality surgical simulations
• Real-time image-guided navigation
• Cross-disciplinary collaboration between clinicians, engineers, and researchers
• Accelerated development of innovative clinical tools

From training medical professionals to powering the next generation of image-guided interventions, our solutions are trusted by research institutions, hospitals, and government agencies to drive precision and innovation in modern surgery.