Introduction Methods ResultsConclusion Example Slide Virtual microscopy was originally used as a way...
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Introduction Methods Results Conclusion Example Slide •Virtual microscopy was originally used as a way to post and transmit microscope images over computer networks allowing clinical collaboration among colleagues across geographical locations. •Virtual microscopy is now being used as an educational tool in the teaching of pathology in a variety of settings. •We are developing a comprehensive, web based database of ophthalmic pathology slides with instructive annotations that provides an educational experience simulating viewing pathology slides under a microscope. Website Start Menu •Ophthalmic pathologists from various universities contributed slides to this effort under the auspices of the American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists (AAOP). •Using the Aperio© slide scanner a library of virtual ophthalmic pathology images with all the functions of a laboratory microscope was created. •After the glass slides were converted into a digital format, the images were stored on a virtual microscopy website (www.slidehosting.com). •The slides include descriptive annotations that will help the user identify and understand pertinent pathologic findings. •24 residents from contributing programs were surveyed for feedback regarding educational value of the website. •The ophthalmic pathology virtual microscopy website has been developed at www.slidehosting.com. Access to the site can be obtained utilizing username “aaopath” and password “aperio”. •One hundred and fifty-five slides have been posted including representative slides from the conjunctiva, cornea, eyelid, glaucoma, nasolacrimal system, orbit, and uveal tract. •Annotations and additional slides are continually being updated and added to the site in order to create a comprehensive virtual microscopy resource for ophthalmology education. •Virtual pathology is a useful educational tool for the teaching of ophthalmic pathology. •We have created a new web- based educational tool for the teaching of ophthalmic pathology. •The website continues to be expanded and updated to create a standard tool for ophthalmology and pathology training. Survey Results Example Slide Adenoid cystic carcinoma Keratoconus with Hydrops Acknowledgements: Funding provided by: The Richard A. Perritt Charitable Foundation Creating a Web Based Ophthalmic Pathology Slide-Box Using Annotated Virtual Microscopy Slides Jason Ethington 1 , Paul J. Bryar 2 , Thomas J. Cummings 3 , Richard J. Grostern 4 , Tatyana Milman 5 , Nasreen A. Syed 6 , Deepak P. Edward 7 , Jay I. Perlman 1,8 1 Ophthalmology, Loyola University Chicago, Maywood, IL; 2 Ophthalmology, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL; 3 Pathology, Duke University, Durham, NC; 4 Ophthalmology, Rush University, Chicago, IL; 5 Ophthalmology, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York, NY; 6 Ophthalmology/Pathology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA; 7 Ophthalmology, Summa Health System, Akron, OH; 8 Surgery Service/Ophthalmology Section, Edward Hines VAH, Hines, IL. Abstract Purpose: To discuss the development of a comprehensive, web based database of ophthalmic pathology slides with instructive annotations that provides an educational experience simulating viewing pathology slides under a microscope. This educational tool will be used to assist in the teaching of ophthalmic pathology. Methods: Using the Aperio © slide scanner a library of virtual ophthalmic pathology images with all the functions of a laboratory microscope was created. The glass slides are converted into a digital format, and stored on a virtual microscopy website at www.slidehosting.com. The slides include descriptive annotations that will help the user identify and understand pertinent pathologic findings. Several ophthalmic pathologists from different universities have contributed slides to this effort under the auspices of the American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists (AAOP). The contributors are: Jay Perlman (Loyola University Chicago), Paul Bryar (Northwestern University), Thomas Cummings (Duke University), Richard Grostern (Rush University), Tatyana Milman (New York Eye and Ear Infirmary), Nasreen Syed (University of Iowa), and Deepak Edward (Summa Health System). Residents from contributing programs were surveyed for feedback about the virtual slide box. Results: The ophthalmic pathology virtual microscopy website has been developed at www.slidehosting.com . Access to the site can be obtained with the username of aaopath and the password of aperio. One hundred fifty five slides have been posted that include representative slides from conjunctiva, cornea, eyelid, glaucoma, nasolacrimal sac, orbit, and uveal tract. The site is continually being updated with additional slides and annotations in order to create a comprehensive virtual microscopy resource for ophthalmology education. Twenty-four ophthalmology residents were surveyed from contributing institutions. Of these, 41.7% have used virtual microscopy previously, 29.2% have used other pathology sites, and 78.3% felt virtual microscopy was more valuable than traditional sites. Also,79.2% felt the site was user friendly and 100% prefer having annotations on the slides. The slides were felt to be of excellent or good educational value by 95.9% of respondents. Conclusion: We have created a valuable new web based educational tool for the teaching of ophthalmic pathology. The feedback from residents suggests that a virtual slide-box would be a valuable tool for resident education. The website continues to be expanded and updated to create a standard tool for ophthalmology and pathology training.
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Introduction
Methods Results Conclusion
Example Slide
•Virtual microscopy was originally used as a way to post and transmit microscope images over computer networks allowing clinical collaboration among colleagues across geographical locations.
•Virtual microscopy is now being used as an educational tool in the teaching of pathology in a variety of settings.
•We are developing a comprehensive, web based database of ophthalmic pathology slides with instructive annotations that provides an educational experience simulating viewing pathology slides under a microscope.
Website Start Menu
•Ophthalmic pathologists from various universities contributed slides to this effort under the auspices of the American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists (AAOP).
•Using the Aperio© slide scanner a library of virtual ophthalmic pathology images with all the functions of a laboratory microscope was created.
•After the glass slides were converted into a digital format, the images were stored on a virtual microscopy website (www.slidehosting.com).
•The slides include descriptive annotations that will help the user identify and understand pertinent pathologic findings.
•24 residents from contributing programs were surveyed for feedback regarding educational value of the website.
•The ophthalmic pathology virtual microscopy website has been developed at www.slidehosting.com. Access to the site can be obtained utilizing username “aaopath” and password “aperio”.
•One hundred and fifty-five slides have been posted including representative slides from the conjunctiva, cornea, eyelid, glaucoma, nasolacrimal system, orbit, and uveal tract.
•Annotations and additional slides are continually being updated and added to the site in order to create a comprehensive virtual microscopy resource for ophthalmology education.
•Virtual pathology is a useful educational tool for the teaching of ophthalmic pathology.
•We have created a new web-based educational tool for the teaching of ophthalmic pathology.
•The website continues to be expanded and updated to create a standard tool for ophthalmology and pathology training.
Survey Results
Example SlideAdenoid cystic carcinoma
Keratoconus with Hydrops
Acknowledgements: Funding provided by: The Richard A. Perritt Charitable Foundation
Creating a Web Based Ophthalmic Pathology Slide-BoxUsing Annotated Virtual Microscopy Slides
Jason Ethington1, Paul J. Bryar2, Thomas J. Cummings3, Richard J. Grostern4, Tatyana Milman5, Nasreen A. Syed6, Deepak P. Edward7, Jay I. Perlman1,8
1Ophthalmology, Loyola University Chicago, Maywood, IL; 2Ophthalmology, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL; 3Pathology, Duke University, Durham, NC; 4Ophthalmology, Rush University, Chicago, IL; 5Ophthalmology, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, New York, NY; 6Ophthalmology/Pathology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA; 7Ophthalmology, Summa Health System, Akron, OH; 8Surgery
Service/Ophthalmology Section, Edward Hines VAH, Hines, IL.
AbstractPurpose: To discuss the development of a comprehensive, web based database of ophthalmic pathology slides with instructive annotations that provides an educational experience simulating viewing pathology slides under a microscope. This educational tool will be used to assist in the teaching of ophthalmic pathology. Methods: Using the Aperio© slide scanner a library of virtual ophthalmic pathology images with all the functions of a laboratory microscope was created. The glass slides are converted into a digital format, and stored on a virtual microscopy website at www.slidehosting.com. The slides include descriptive annotations that will help the user identify and understand pertinent pathologic findings. Several ophthalmic pathologists from different universities have contributed slides to this effort under the auspices of the American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists (AAOP). The contributors are: Jay Perlman (Loyola University Chicago), Paul Bryar (Northwestern University), Thomas Cummings (Duke University), Richard Grostern (Rush University), Tatyana Milman (New York Eye and Ear Infirmary), Nasreen Syed (University of Iowa), and Deepak Edward (Summa Health System). Residents from contributing programs were surveyed for feedback about the virtual slide box. Results: The ophthalmic pathology virtual microscopy website has been developed at www.slidehosting.com. Access to the site can be obtained with the username of aaopath and the password of aperio. One hundred fifty five slides have been posted that include representative slides from conjunctiva, cornea, eyelid, glaucoma, nasolacrimal sac, orbit, and uveal tract. The site is continually being updated with additional slides and annotations in order to create a comprehensive virtual microscopy resource for ophthalmology education. Twenty-four ophthalmology residents were surveyed from contributing institutions. Of these, 41.7% have used virtual microscopy previously, 29.2% have used other pathology sites, and 78.3% felt virtual microscopy was more valuable than traditional sites. Also,79.2% felt the site was user friendly and 100% prefer having annotations on the slides. The slides were felt to be of excellent or good educational value by 95.9% of respondents. Conclusion: We have created a valuable new web based educational tool for the teaching of ophthalmic pathology. The feedback from residents suggests that a virtual slide-box would be a valuable tool for resident education. The website continues to be expanded and updated to create a standard tool for ophthalmology and pathology training.
