Avatar Medical, a pioneer in real-time, patient-specific 3D medical imaging, announced on October 1, 2026, that its Avatar Medical Vision platform can now be launched directly from within a patient's Epic Systems electronic health record (EHR). This integration provides clinicians with seamless access to interactive, patient-specific 3D anatomy during consultations and surgical planning, marking a significant step toward embedding advanced visualization into routine clinical workflows.
The ability to launch Avatar Medical Vision from Epic means that clinicians can view a patient's own anatomy in 3D with just a few clicks, without leaving the EHR environment. This reduces the time and friction associated with switching between systems, potentially allowing more time for direct patient interaction. The integration is particularly impactful because Epic is one of the most widely used EHR systems, and its adoption of patient-specific 3D visualization could accelerate the trend toward more intuitive, image-driven clinical decision-making.
Avatar Medical Vision transforms standard CT and MRI scans into interactive 3D representations instantly and without the need for segmentation. This technology helps clinicians communicate complex anatomy and treatment options with patients more effectively. By making these 3D models accessible directly within the EHR, the company aims to bring patient-specific 3D closer to the clinical conversation, enhancing shared decision-making and patient engagement.
The announcement also highlights Avatar Medical's broader vision for Visual Intelligence for Surgery. With the first implementation underway at UHealth - University of Miami Health System, the company is working to make visual intelligence accessible throughout the entire surgical care journey, from consultation and preoperative planning through the operating room. This integration with Epic is a critical milestone in that journey, as it embeds the technology into the point of care where critical decisions are made.
For the healthcare industry, this integration signals a growing demand for advanced imaging tools that are both powerful and easy to use. By reducing the technical barriers to accessing 3D anatomy, Avatar Medical may encourage more hospitals and clinics to adopt similar technologies, potentially improving surgical outcomes and patient satisfaction. The company's FDA-cleared and CE-marked products are already used by more than 20 hospitals across the U.S. and Europe, suggesting a solid foundation for broader adoption.
Readers should note that this integration is currently rolling out, with the first implementation at UHealth. As more health systems integrate Avatar Medical Vision into their Epic workflows, the ability to visualize patient-specific anatomy in 3D during consultations could become a standard expectation. For more details, the full announcement is available click here. To learn more about Avatar Medical, visit avatarmedical.ai or explore their press kit.
