WeMed Making a Mark on Medical Device Production

SKOP^TM — the world’s first 3D printed stethoscope

In response to the challenges faced by healthcare workers during the initial COVID-19 lockdown in France in April 2020, WeMed, a French startup specializing in telemedicine devices, conceptualized the SKOP – the world’s first 3D printed stethoscope for remote cardiopulmonary auscultation.

WeMed collaborated with Nexa3D, leveraging their unmatched 3D printing technology to address the need for remote diagnostic medical devices, particularly during a time when hospital pressures were high. The goal was to create a universal, easy-to-use device that could connect to various platforms, including FaceTime, WhatsApp, and Zoom.

WeMed faced the challenge of making SKOP financially accessible to both healthcare professionals and the general public. The company aimed to produce the stethoscope at a low cost without compromising quality, allowing for widespread adoption. To balance production volume and maintain part quality, WeMed partnered with Nexa3D, which suggested the NXE 400 technology, offering precision, speed, and reproducibility.

Download this WeMed case study to learn how SKOP successfully used the NXE 400 to create affordable medical devices.