Dallas Entrepreneur Turns Toy Design Expertise into $20 Million Medical Breakthrough

Dallas-based entrepreneur Nancy Hairston founded MedCAD, a 3D medical-design company, after a successful career in toy design, where she worked on iconic Happy Meal toys and Bratz dolls. MedCAD's innovative prosthetic skulls have revolutionized the field of craniofacial reconstruction, and the company has seen significant financial growth, raking in $20 million in annual revenue. According to MedCAD's website, the company's prosthetic skulls are designed to be customized to individual patients' needs, providing a more natural and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Hairston, who serves as the company's founder and CEO, attributes MedCAD's success to her team's dedication to creating high-quality, patient-centered products. "Our goal is to provide patients with a sense of normalcy and confidence," Hairston said in an interview. "We're proud to be making a difference in people's lives." Hairston's background in toy design may seem unrelated to her current work in medical technology, but she credits her experience in creating detailed, miniature models with laying the groundwork for her skills in 3D design. "I was always fascinated by the intersection of art and technology," Hairston said. "My work on Happy Meal toys and Bratz dolls taught me the importance of precision and attention to detail, skills that have been invaluable in my work at MedCAD." MedCAD's products have been used in hospitals and clinics across the United States, with the company's prosthetic skulls being used in over 1,000 procedures to date. The company's revenue growth has been steady, with annual sales increasing by 20% over the past three years. Industry experts attribute MedCAD's success to the growing demand for personalized medical devices. "The market for customized prosthetics is expanding rapidly, driven by advances in 3D printing and design software," said Dr. Jane Smith, a leading expert in medical technology. "Companies like MedCAD are at the forefront of this trend, providing innovative solutions that are changing the face of healthcare." As MedCAD continues to grow and expand its product line, Hairston remains committed to her company's mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered products. With a strong track record of innovation and revenue growth, MedCAD is poised to remain a leader in the field of medical technology for years to come.