Greetings!
I have several design ideas for gadgets, bathroom equipment, "medical" equipment. At this point I don't know how to procede. There once were "model makers" which led to the patenting process.

Any ideas where to begin? To refine ideas for materials (and in some cases mechanisms)I feel I need an actual builder.

I appreciate your feedback

Sweetruth:

(1).Since you are in the health field as a Therapist I would suggest you start with your Boss or his Boss.

(2).If they cannot direct you to a source I would suggest you call the 'Better Busines Bureau' in your locale. They surely would have references to people who would know what to do for people who are inventive.