In this paper we propose an open source/open architecture framework for developing organ level surgical simulations. Our goal
is to facilitate shared development of reusable models, to accommodate heterogeneous models of computation, and to provide
a framework for interfacing multiple heterogeneous models. The framework provides an intuitive API for interfacing dynamic
models defined over spatial domains. It is specifically designed to be independent of the specifics of the modeling methods
used and therefore facilitates seamless integration of heterogeneous models and processes. Furthermore, each model has separate
geometries for visualization, simulation, and interfacing, allowing the modeler to choose the most natural geometric representation
for each case. I/O interfaces for visualization and haptics for real-time interactive applications have also been provided.