John Qualter is a pioneer in the field of biomedical visualization, promoting the implementation of high-end 3D media in the healthcare industry. He co-founded BioDigital Systems in 2002 where he heads up digital content creation, consulting for clients in the device, pharmaceutical and communications industries. John is a Research Assistant Professor of Educational Informatics at NYU School of Medicine, where he works closely with radiologists, surgeons, and educators assisting in adding 3D models and animation into the medical school curriculum and physician training programs. At NYU, John has worked on projects including the Web Initiative for Surgical Education (WISE-MD), The Merrin Bedside Teaching Faculty Development Program, and The Patient Education Initiative. John is also adjunct faculty at NYU School of Continuing and Professional Studies. John is currently directing the completion of the BioDigital Human virtual anatomy models in collaboration with NYU School of Medicine’s Division of Educational Informatics and the Anatomy Faculty. John obtained a Master of Science in Digital Imaging and Design from New York University’s Center for Advanced Digital Applications. He is also a graduate of the University of Virginia, where he studied studio art, digital media, and biology.
John Qualter
Cofounder, Director of Media, BioDigital Systems

TEDMED Contributions

Marc Triola, John Qualter
Marc Triola & John Qualter at TEDMED 2012
Triola, of the New York University School of Medicine, and Qualter of BioDigital systems preview BioDigital Human, a web-based 3D virtual anatomy model.

Marc Triola, John Qualter
Marc Triola & John Qualter - Q&A at TEDMED 2012
Triola, of the New York University School of Medicine, and Qualter of BioDigital systems answer audience questions about their BioDigital human 3D virtual anatomy model.
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