Clear, Custom Surgical Illustrations to Guide Complex Procedures

Our planning service provides highly detailed, case-specific illustrations to support your surgical decision-making, enhance intraoperative clarity, and streamline communication across the team.

Clarity Starts Before the First Incision

When managing complex pathologies or multi-stage procedures, effective preoperative planning is essential. Generic planning tools often don’t reflect the nuance of the case — leaving teams to navigate in real time without a clear roadmap.

That’s where we come in.

Our surgical planning service transforms imaging data and clinical notes into clean, precise illustrations that map out the surgical approach. These custom visuals help identify anatomical landmarks, guide implant positioning, and outline key intraoperative steps — giving you and your team a clear and shared understanding of the plan ahead.

Our Solutions.

  • Detailed, Case-Specific Illustrations

    Each plan is supported by clear, anatomical illustrations based on the patient’s imaging and surgical goals. These are practical, easy-to-reference visuals that highlight the intended approach, component placement, and relevant anatomical structures.

  • Tailored to the Pathology and Procedure

    Whether you're preparing for a tumour resection, deformity correction, or revision arthroplasty, our illustrations are developed specifically for the surgical objective — helping you anticipate challenges and plan with precision.

  • Improves Team Communication

    Our illustrations are designed for collaboration. Use them in team briefings, handovers, or theatre preparation to ensure alignment across your entire surgical team — reducing confusion and improving efficiency in the operating room.

  • Seamlessly Aligned with Reconnaissance Solutions

    These planning visuals are designed to complement our full suite of services — from bionic implants to biologics and biotechnology — ensuring consistency between what’s planned and what’s delivered.

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  • A detailed anatomical sketch of the male reproductive system, highlighting the testes, spermatic cord, and associated blood vessels and structures, with measurements and labels.

  • A diagram of two prosthetic knee components labeled Plan A and Plan B, with measurements and details for each, along with an illustration of the knee bones and the prosthetic parts in blue and red, and some handwritten notes and measurements.

  • Drawing of four different surgical screw designs with measurements, labeled as Plan A and Plan B, with annotations on dimensions and features, including different thread patterns and diameters.

  • Diagram of a surgical knee replacement showing the bones, prosthetic components, and measurements labeled in blue and black ink.

  • Diagram showing different types of surgical implants for the knee, including a detailed close-up of a knee with various measuring annotations.

  • A detailed anatomical illustration of knee joint components, including bones, ligaments, and measurements, with two side views and a front view, along with a depiction of knee cartilage or meniscus in green.

  • Detailed schematic drawing of knee joint replacement procedures, including implant components, measurements, and surgical steps, with handwritten notes and annotations.

  • Hand-drawn diagram of knee replacement implant components and surgical steps, including views of the femur, tibia, implant parts, and measurements in blue, green, and red ink.

  • Diagram of a human pelvis and femur bones with colored lines and notes, showing planned resection areas, a 3D printed spacer, a constrained liner, and measurements for hip replacement surgery.

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  • Medical diagram showing a detailed surgical plan for a procedure involving the urinary system. Illustrations include a kidney and ureter with labeled screws and measurements, along with a chart of screw sizes, anchors, and cap screws.

Surgeon Collaboration Process.

Your Vision, Clearly Illustrated.

  • Send imaging and case notes through to our team.

  • We develop a clear, anatomy-based visual plan tailored to your procedure.

  • You provide feedback and make refinements to align the plan with your preferences.

  • Finalised illustrations are delivered in digital or printed formats, ready for team briefing and intraoperative reference.

  • Our team is available to support you leading up to — and during — the procedure.

  • I have used Chad's illustrative planning and design for many years with fantastic results. His attention to detail helps implantation in the most complex situations. I highly recommended Reconnaissance for surgeons who perform complex arthroplasty.

    Dr Eden Raleigh
    Orthopedic Surgeon
    Epworth Hospital 

  • As a surgeon I have had the pleasure to work with Chad. He is not only an incredible industry provider, he also puts patient and surgeon care front and centre. There is no one who plans with every variable taken into account including down to the nursing staff in theatre. Chad is simply the best, he is the Optimus prime of the industry

    Dr Jit Balakumar
    Orthopedic Surgeon
    Avenue Hospital

  • When it comes to complex arthroplasty I only use Chad at rcon. His preparation, planning and case execution is second to none. His experience and attention to detail ensures the case goes smoothly and most importantly allows me to focus on what I need to do as a surgeon. He strives for perfection and this is what I expect. I can’t recommend him highly enough.

    Dr. Iswadi Damasena
    Orthopedic Surgeon
    Cabrini Malvern

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Planning a complex procedure?

Let us help you create a clear, confident surgical strategy from day one.