MADE is a manufacturing and e-commerce initiative by the University of Iowa.
Meet our inventors
Christine Sindt, OD, FAAO
Christine is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Iowa. Her patients love her enthusiasm and her innovative ideas like the Sindt Ophthalmic Spatula. Dr. Sindt also owns EyePrint Prosthetics, LLC and S5G Therapeutics, LLC.
Sindt Ophthalmic Spatula
An ophthalmic spatula designed for Meibomian gland evaluation and expression. The reusable spatula is available now for $105, and the disposable version is also available in different amounts.
Natalia Restrepo-Kennedy, DDS, MS
Natalia is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa. She is combining the fields of biomaterials and dentistry to create innovative products such as the Educational Caries Teeth.
Educational Caries Teeth
Realistic, 3D printed training teeth made for educational and training purposes in dentistry, with three different dentin layers that simulate a tooth caries lesion. The Educational Caries Teeth #8, #19, and #20 are available now for $11 (1 pk), $45 (5 pk), $342 (50 pk).
Erica Teixeira, DDS, PhD, MS
Erica is an Associate Professor and Head of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa. Her passion for patient care and dental student education led to the Educational Caries Teeth.
Educational Caries Teeth
Realistic, 3D printed training teeth made for educational and training purposes in dentistry, with three different dentin layers that simulate a tooth caries lesion. The Educational Caries Teeth #8, #19, and #20 are available now for $11 (1 pk), $45 (5 pk), $342 (50 pk).
Ron Abrons, MD
Ron was the 2016 recipient of the Innovations in Clinical Care Award for his implementation of an innovative new process that improves service to patients-- the Abrons Oral Airway.
Abrons Oral Airway
An oral airway with an articulating hinge intended for patients who are difficult to mask ventilate (DMV) or require flexible scope (fiberoptic) intubation. The Abrons Oral Airway is available now in a medium and large size.
Chris Sales, MD, MPH
Chris Sales is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Iowa Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences. Dr. Sales specializes in minimally-invasive corneal transplant surgery, vision correction with LASIK/PRK and Intraocular Contact Lenses (ICLs), intraocular lens implant exchange and iris reconstruction, and the medical and surgical treatment of corneal and external disease, including Fuchs’ endothelial dystrophy and Keratoconus.
Sales Syringe Adaptor
The Sales Syringe Adatper (SSA) is a syringe-based attachment for use during microsurgeries. The SSA is intended to aid a surgeon’s one-handed dexterity in a non-metered dosage microsurgical setting by enhancing the surgeon's grip, control, and comfort in operating a syringe.
Evgeny Arshava, MD, FACS
Evgeny Arshava is a cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in lung cancer and esophageal cancer treatment at UI Hospitals and Clinics.
SurgiWings & Forcep Wings
As a support device, the SurgiWings are intended to increase stability of manipulations and ease of forceps use and decrease hand fatigue and discomfort such as cramps and pain. Product is sold for use in medical environments but also has applications outside of medicine for hobbyists or others needing support when doing precision work with forceps.
