Ricoh USA founds Ricoh 3D Healthcare, LLC for a specialized focus on 3D technology in the healthcare sector.
The market for 3D printed medical devices is currently experiencing rapid growth, with forecasts indicating a multi-billion-dollar expansion by 2030-2034. This trajectory reflects increasing acceptance and integration of FDA-cleared, patient-specific 3D printed medical devices in healthcare.
Ricoh 3D for Healthcare, a new company dedicated to the growth of FDA-cleared, patient-specific medical devices, is at the forefront of this exciting development. Ricoh USA, Inc. formed the company to address the growing demand for personalized medical devices and to democratize access to advanced healthcare technologies.
Ricoh 3D for Healthcare operates a point-of-care 3D medical device manufacturing facility at Atrium Health, providing immediate access to 3D printed anatomic models and support for clinicians. The company's goal is to help hospitals deliver patient-specific medical devices quickly and efficiently.
Gary Turner, Vice President and General Manager of Ricoh 3D for Healthcare, explains, "We are committed to moving hospitals up the value chain in the healthcare industry by providing a full continuum of patient-specific solutions, including FDA-cleared anatomic models and on-site, point-of-care manufacturing studios."
The company's independence allows for accelerated innovation in similar facilities. Ricoh 3D for Healthcare collaborates with medical technology innovators like Kallisio and Insight Surgery to manufacture and distribute next-generation, patient-specific devices nationwide.
The market for 3D printed medical devices is expected to grow significantly, from USD 5.59 billion in 2025 to USD 24.69 billion by 2034. This growth is fueled by rising demand for personalized medical devices, improvements in biocompatible materials, integration with imaging technologies (e.g., MRI/CT), and regulatory momentum supporting innovation in patient-specific solutions.
Hospitals are increasingly adopting in-house 3D printing labs to shorten surgical planning and reduce costs, highlighting growing clinical acceptance of FDA-cleared patient-specific devices. The regulatory landscape, including the FDA’s requirements, is stringent, especially for implantable devices, which necessitate extensive biocompatibility and clinical data. However, the FDA is developing regulatory frameworks for 3D printed personalized implants and surgical tools.
Ricoh 3D for Healthcare is facilitating opportunities for partnership, innovation, and collaboration in this rapidly expanding ecosystem redefining personalized care. The company aims to address the rapid growth of the 3D printed medical devices market, focus on clinical customer needs, and drive regulatory guidance and standardization.
As the market for 3D printed medical devices continues to expand, Ricoh 3D for Healthcare is poised to lead the way in delivering patient-specific solutions, driving innovation, and democratizing access to advanced healthcare technologies.
[1] Grand View Research. (2021). 3D Printing in Healthcare Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Component (Hardware, Software, Services), by Application (Anatomical Models, Surgical Instruments, Patient-Specific Implants, Tissue Engineering), by End-use (Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Research Institutes), and Segment Forecasts, 2021 - 2030.
[2] MarketsandMarkets. (2021). 3D Printing in Healthcare Market by Type (Additive Manufacturing, Subtractive Manufacturing), by Application (Anatomical Models, Surgical Instruments, Patient-Specific Implants, Tissue Engineering), by End-use (Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgical Centers, Research Institutes), and Region - Global Forecast to 2034.
[3] Allied Market Research. (2021). 3D Printing in Healthcare Market Report: Global Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast, 2021–2030.
[4] ReportLinker. (2021). Global 3D Printed Medical Devices Market - Growth, Trends, COVID-19 Impact, and Forecasts (2021 - 2026).
Digital health, medical plastics, and technology are integral components in the development of 3D printed medical devices, with Ricoh 3D for Healthcare leading the way. Their focus on patient-specific solutions, such as FDA-cleared anatomic models and on-site, point-of-care manufacturing studios, aims to democratize access to advanced healthcare technologies and drive the growth of the 3D printed medical devices market.
