Virtual Dissection at Your Fingertips: Introducing the BodyViz Anatomy Table

February 18, 2026

Since the launch of the BodyViz Anatomy Table, it has contributed to collective student success and classroom engagement across institutions and academic levels. The BodyViz anatomy learning platform and 3D virtual dissection software’s versatility and range put students and educators first. With the addition of the Anatomy Table, virtual dissection labs serve as engaging supplementary tools to traditional anatomy education resources, one that can also go hand in hand with cadaver dissection, plastic models, skeletons and bone boxes, anatomy textbooks, and more. Using real patient scans, students have the opportunity to explore the body as a physician on a true-to-life scale. 

A recent study from the National Library of Medicine found that students who learn anatomy through traditional teaching methods in conjunction with virtual dissection technology perform better than those without it. In fact, 93.3% of students reported that 3D visualization improved their learning engagement. The most substantial gains were observed in musculoskeletal anatomy, where students learning major joints using virtual dissection tables scored 30.5% higher on post-tests compared to those using traditional cadaveric dissection alone. 

Not only do anatomy tables increase student understanding and test scores, they improve overall comprehension by allowing students to navigate real MRI and CT scans with one-click dissection. Since it’s true that No Two Bodies are Alike, it can be difficult for students to be prepared when strictly performing traditional cadaver learning. It’s essential for students to learn anatomical variation, but can be hard when students get limited access to cadavers due to high costs. With access to over 1,000 real scans through BodyViz, students can fully understand 3D anatomy and its variations before graduating in the healthcare field.  

Designed for Dynamic Classrooms

The Anatomy Table features a 65-inch horizontal screen that functions as a high-quality smart screen. The display can be tilted 90 degrees, from vertical to a horizontal table position, allowing for multiple uses like collaborative group work and classroom presentations. The Anatomy Table was designed to be accessible and easily mobile, so the screen isn’t the only adjustable aspect. The table design includes four 4-inch non-marking wheels at the base of the stand, allowing for easy and safe movement across hard floors.

This increased ease of mobility makes it simple to transport the table around the classroom or even throughout the school building if being shared across departments. Internally, the computer hardware is Windows-based and compatible with other software programming, allowing instructors to use it for courses beyond health and science.

Teach and Dissect Simultaneously 

The BodyViz Anatomy Table includes access to the BodyViz Platform and Portal, allowing instructors to display lesson materials alongside 3D dissections using split-screen functionality. Instructors can position a scan on one side of the display while guiding students through course material, activities, or discussion prompts on the other. This split-screen feature works the same as your normal Window’s computer, making it very easy to maneuver. 

The Table acts as a digital whiteboard, allowing teachers to write instructions and demonstrate a virtual dissection without stepping away. This feature is especially useful for students when comparing anatomical structures or identifying anatomical variations. They can connect visual exploration with course concepts simultaneously without interrupting the flow of instruction.

Interactive Annotation for Active Learning

Another key benefit of the BodyViz Anatomy Table is the inclusion of two smart pens. These smart pens allow instructors and students to interact directly with the display so that they aren't bound to working with just their fingers. With two pens included per table, instructors and students can write notes, draw directly on scans, highlight structures, and guide discussions without stepping away from the table.

By allowing annotation directly on anatomical images, instructors can emphasize key structures and showcase complex spatial relationships as students follow along. This hands-on interaction encourages active participation and turns student observation into collaborative learning. At the bottom of the Table, there are two magnetic pen holders on the left and right sides. These magnetic placeholders limit the chance of misplacing the pens after use.

A Tool for All Ages and Abilities

With any adjustable equipment, safety is a top priority, especially in classrooms with younger students. The BodyViz Anatomy Table is equipped with an anti-collision safety feature to prevent accidental pinching or damage. This innovative feature is integrated into the height-adjustment motors, ensuring safe operation for users of all ages. All adjustments are controlled using a battery-free remote, providing smooth and secure height changes. The hands-free motorized stand is able to move up and down when catering to different needs. It has 26” of vertical travel (660 mm), controlled through the battery-free remote. With this full range of accessibility, it gives access to users of all sizes, including those in wheelchairs.

Reducing Long-Term Lab Costs

BodyViz’s mission focuses on providing affordable access to virtual anatomy dissection through scalable, standard hardware, with no need for special proprietary equipment or hardware. The BodyViz Anatomy Table provides a cost-effective alternative to traditional cadaver labs by eliminating ongoing cadaver purchases, reducing facility and chemical maintenance needs, lowering instructor preparation time, and offering unlimited reusability. 

While technology doesn’t completely eliminate the need for cadaveric dissection, it significantly reduces recurring costs and removes many financial barriers associated with maintaining cadaver labs. Each table can be used across various classrooms and subjects, allowing more teachers and students to reap the benefits from a single investment. The BodyViz Anatomy Table comes equipped with the BodyViz Touch Perpetual License. No extra fees are associated with the price of the table, giving access to all of the BodyViz Portal activities and lessons, along with thousands of real MRI and CT scans, after purchase.

Clinical-Ready Learning Starts Here

What truly sets BodyViz apart is its use of real patient imaging data. By working with real MRI and CT scans, students gain exposure to anatomical variation that can’t always be achieved through cadaver dissection alone. In addition to human anatomy, the BodyViz platform includes veterinary scans and modules, allowing students to explore anatomy across species including cats, dogs, birds, and reptiles. This experience can better prepare students for clinical rotations by helping them develop spatial reasoning early in their clinical education. The BodyViz Anatomy Table’s mobility and adjustable tilt screen allows the table to be moved between classrooms, easily adapting to different learning environments. Whether used for small-group collaboration, instructor dissections, or student exploration, the table supports a variety of needs in a cost effective solution that benefits all. 

BodyViz bridges the gap between traditional anatomy education and clinical readiness. It creates a more realistic learning experience for students by working with real patient imaging, making them extra prepared for their future role. The BodyViz Anatomy Table enhances engagement, improves comprehension, and creates instructional impact, all while remaining accessible and cost-effective for all institutions.