Software from other Medical Schools
Basic Medical Ethics / Biochemistry / Cardiology / Cell and Tissue Structure / Dermatology / Endocrinology / Environmental Medicine / Epidemiology / General Topics / Genetics and Biostatistics / Geriatrics / Gross Anatomy / Microbiology / Nephrology / Neurology / Neuroscience / Obstetrics and Gynecology / Ophthalmology / Orthopedics / Pathology / Pediatrics / Pharmacology / Practice of Medicine /Physiology / Pulmonary / Radiology / Surgery / Toxicology / Trauma
Not all of these sites have not been reviewed by our course directors, but they may be helpful.
- Basic Medical Ethics
- Ethics OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examinations) from the University of Toronto
- 14 standardized patient scenarios with checklists for evaluation of candidate physician's interviewing skills. Useful for review within four bioethics contexts: decisions to forego treatment, confidentiality, truth telling and women's health.
- MedEthEx
- Medical ethics and communication skills for health care professionals; features 4 cases.
- Biochemistry
- NetBiochem from The Medical College of Pennsylvania and Hahnemann University
- Topics include: Heme and Iron Metabolism (irritating design), Macromolecules, Membranes, Nucleic Acids, Purines and Pyrimidines. Also contains a multiple choice exam with expanded immediate feedback similar to our Guide practice questions.
- Metabolic Pathways from the Argonne National Laboratory.
- Indexed by functional organization, product/substrate name, enzyme name and number.
- Fatty Acids Tutorial By James Baggott, Ph.D.
- The THCME Medical Biochemistry Page
- This site is a complete review of Medical Biochemistry subdivided by subjects. Although the emphasis is on Medical Biochemistry the site will be a useful resource for students, physicians and the public.
- Cardiology
- Cardiax from the University of Michigan
- 20 cases in basic cardiology with x-rays, EKGs, heart sounds, ultrasound QT, and video vignettes.
- Pediatric Cardiology and Critical Care
- Teaching resources online - videos, cardiograms, etc. contained in site
WebDoctor's Cardiology Multimedia Teaching files- Contains examples of heart sounds
- Cell and Tissue Structure
- Histology and Cell Biology from Loyola's Strich School of Medicine
- Lots of slides with explanation for lots of categories. A lab experience good for review.
- Histology Review from the University of Florida
- Self-tests with images and feedback for each answer
- Dermatology
- Internet Dermatology Society
- Contains textbook and lectures in dermatology as well as global Grand Rounds cases of the month. (Also cited in Pathology Section)
- Loyola University Dermatology Medical Education Website
- Dermatology atlas, tutorial, articles, quiz, etc.
- Dermatlas from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Dermatology atlas and quizzes
- Endocrinology
- Endocrine Pathology
- Case of the month structure. (Also cited in Pathology)
- Endocrine Pathology Laboratory
- 8 cases with slides and discussion questions. (Also cited in Pathology)
- Epidemiology
- Evidence Based Medicine Workstation
- A web site containing a glossary, tutorial, "statistics for the mathematically challenged", and a toolbox of aids for calculating sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, etc.
- An Introduction to Information Mastery
- A Web-based course that introduces the basic concepts of information mastery, evidence-based medicine, and critical appraisal of the medical literature. The course contains text, examples, and quizzes.
- Evidence Based Medicine Tool Kit
- This is a collection of tools for identifying, assessing and applying relevant evidence for better health care decision-making. The appraisal tools are adapted from the Users' Guides series prepared by the Evidence Based Medicine Working Group and originally published in JAMA
- Oxford Centre for Evidence Based Medicine
- Oxford University’s website with extensive information and tools to use in applying Clinical Epidemiology.
- Centre for Health Evidence
- This site contains text only for all of the Users’ Guides to Evidence Based Practice / Medical Literature
- Excellence in Curriculum Integration through Teaching Epidemiology
- CDC glossary of epidemiological terms.
- Introduction to Clinical Reasoning
- Medical University of South Carolina’s website on Introduction to Clinical Reasoning -Evidence Based Medicine containing a glossary and tutorials.
- Epidemiology Glossary
- University of Washington Department of Medicine glossary and really cool heart sounds.
- General Topics
- Basic Statistics for Clinicians from the Canadian Medical Association
- Multimedia Reference Library
- Designed to facilitate access to medical information resources for medical professionals, students, and patients
- Medical Student Information - research center
- MedicalStudent.com is a digital library of authoritative medical information for all students of medicine. Contains multiple topics, virtual textbooks, etc. online.
Computers in Medicine Resources- Links to various locations dealing with computers in Medicine
Achoo - Internet Healthcare Directory- Divided into 3 main parts:
Human Life - categorizes the structures and functions of the human body;
Practice of Medicine - focusses on the issues relating to the professional practice of medicine; and
Business of Health - provides information on healthcare products and services
- Genetics and Biostatistics
- Primer on Molecular Genetics from the Department of Energy
- Part of the Human Genome Management Information System. Includes introduction to DNA, genes and chromosomes as well as information on mapping and sequencing, data collection and interpretation.
- Geriatrics
- Geriatric Education from the University of Florida
- 2 cases with supporting definitions, assessment areas of focus, follow-up visit outcomes, discussion questions, etc.
- Gross Anatomy
- Anatomy of the Systems from Memorial University of Canada
- Eight tutorials covering the major systems: Cardiovascular, Renal, Digestive, Musculoskeletal, Endocrine, Reproductive, and Skeletal. Divided further into subtopics. Contains texts and images.
- Atlases of the Brain from the University of Utah
- Includes AFIP Brain, Coronal Sections and Brain Stem and Spinal Cord Cross-Sections. Contains an extensive series of slides for viewing, many of which can be "zoomed-in" for closer examination. From the Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library.
Cases in Anatomy from the University of Washington- 81 cases with images and discussion questions.
Center for Human Simulation from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center- The Center for Human Simulation (CHS) is a new entity emerging from the synthesis of computed three-dimensional imaging and human anatomy. This synthesis resulted in a three-dimensional, high resolution database of human male and female anatomy (the Visible Human) as derived from direct analysis of anatomical specimens and radiological imaging. The general purpose of this Center is to facilitate the collaboration of anatomists, radiologists, computer scientists, bioengineers, physcians and educators and, thus, to promote the application of this and other anatomical data to basic and clinical research, clinical practice and teaching.
- CHORUS: Collaborative Hypertext of Radiology
- Index by organ system with diseases, radiologic findings, differential diagnoses, anatomy, pathology and physiology.
- Cross sectional anatomy
- Entire human anatomy detail organized in cross sections.
- Digital Anatomist from the University of Washington
- 2-D and 3-D views from cadaver sections, MRI scans, and computer reconstructions of the brain and 3-D from stained sections of the major thoracic organs.
- Eye Simulation by Rick Lasslo, UC Davis Medical Student
- This application simulates eye motion and demonstrates the effects of disabling one or more of the 12 eyes muscles and one or more of the 6 cranial nerves that control eye motion. The purpose of this simulator is to teach medical students and doctors how the eye motion will change with pathology of the eye muscles and cranial nerves and what to look for during a standard neurological eye exam. Requires Shockwave, which is available for download from site.
Gross Anatomy from the University of Arkansas- Each day's lecture contains Computer Assisted Instruction items such as Anatomy Tables that could be useful. The Helpful Hints section, although geared for this particular course, may be generalizable to your own course in some instances.
- Gross Anatomy Study Guide from the University of Kansas
- Downloadable notes designed to help one prepare for the USMLE Step I or for exams in the basic sciences.
- Muscles
in Action from the University of Michigan
NLM's Visible Human Project - A comprehensive set of links to sites serving up the visible human database in various ways.
- NPAC Visible Human Viewer
- A Java applet that gives access to axial, sagittal and coronal views of the visible human male.
- PennMed's Experimental Embryology Module from the University of Pennsylvania
- General development of the embryo plus sections specifically on the development of the eye and ear. Other sections to come. Labelled drawings with text explanations.
- Radiologic Anatomy Browser from the Uniformed Services University
- This site, prepared by the Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine offers anatomical views via schematics, CT,tomography, MRI, anteriograms and plain film. Many sections offer a choice of view and then a choice of location.
- Radiologic Anatomy Images from Emory University
- Radiology Teaching File from the University of Washington
- Skeletal Muscles of the Human Body from PT Central
- This web site is an index containing detailed information about the skeletal muscles of the human body. Included is each muscle's origin, insertion, action, blood supply and innervation.
- Structure of the Human body from Loyola's Strich School of Medicine
- Instructional materials to support many aspects of a Gross Anatomy course.
- The International Thoracic Teaching Resource from the University of Iowa College of Medicine's Virtual Hospital
- A multilingual chest imaging database, this site covers adult and pediatric imaging. Each has an associated self-test with good feedback and references
- Vesalius Interactive Anatomy from Valalius Studios
- Interactive animations of anatomical development. Requires Shockwave plug-in.
- Whole Brain Atlas from Harvard University
- A collection of MR images of the brain. Includes 'Tours' of pathological conditions as well as MPEG movies. Also offers a self-quiz on anatomical structures. The on-line atlas has sections on normal brain, cerebrovascular disease, neoplastic disease, degenerative disease, and inflammatory/infectious disease."
- Microbiology
- Active Learning Centre Home Page from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Quizzes on Microbiology and Pharmacology based on the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine courses. User can choose different tests format (multiple-choice, matching or essay type). Searchable by keywords/phrases. (Repeated in Pharmacology section)
- Gram Stain from Loyola University College of Medicine.
- Use of Gram stain in diagnostics, the Gram stain procedure, and slides of medically important bacteria.
- Dept. of Medical Micriobiology from the University of Cape Town
- Access to illustrated tutorials on virological diseases,virus ultrastructure, EM images of virus particles, and virus-infected cell cultures. Also comprehensive information on Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and the recommended anti-bacterial therapy for a wide range of bacterial diseases.
- All the virology on the WWW
- Photo Gallery of Bacterial Pathogens
- Microbiology and Immunology On-Line from the University of South Carolina
- This is a comprehensive site for a medical school course with extensive handouts and on-line texts
- Nephrology
- Hypertension, Dialysis, and Clinical Nephrology
- Provides up-to-date, selected information on renal disorders and their treatment (hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis), and about hypertension, dialysis, and clinical nephrology topics.
- Neurology
- Whole Brain Atlas from Harvard
- 106 images of normal brain structure and function as well as 19 disease conditions.
- Information by Organ System: Neurological/Psychiatric
- Six multimedia teaching files and a Clinical Psychopharmacology Seminar (repaeted in the Psychiatry section)
- StrokeStop from U Mass
- A comprehensive site designed to train medical students in stoke prevention and management
- Neuroscience
- The Digital Anatomist from the Univ. of Washington
- Large selection of 3D brain reconstructions with interactive exercises
- Neuroanatomy & Neuropathology on the Internet
- Lots of sources, links, incl. neuropathology atlas online
- StrokeStop from U Mass
- A comprehensive site designed to train medical students in stoke prevention and management
- Ophthalmology
- American Academy of Ophthalmology - Eye Conditions and Diseases
- Educational information on common eye conditions and diseases
- Pediatric Ophthalmology and The Children1s Hospital of Buffalo
- General Topics On Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
- Orthopedics
- Wheeless' Textbook of Orthopaedics
- A textbook for the orthopaedic resident covering anatomy, radiology and treatment.
- Pathology
- Urbana Atlas of Pathology from the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Urbana-Champaign
- Another extensive group organized in two volumes: general and cardiovascular. Allows you to view a thumbnail version before choosing whether or not to see the expanded (slower to load) version.
- Dermatology Medical Education from Loyola University
- Atlas of Dermatology, Anatomy and Histology of the Skin, Mohs Micrographic Surgery, and a Dermatology Quiz
- WebPath from Florida State University
- Lots of slides for review organized by organ system as well as case-based laboratory exercises and mini-tutorials.
- WebPath from University of Utah
- Lots of slides for review organized by organ system as well as WebPath quizzes.
- Internet Dermatology Society
- Contains textbook and lectures in dermatology as well as global Grand Rounds cases of the month. (Also cited in Medicine/Dermatology)
- Endocrine Pathology
- Case of the month structure. (Also cited in Medicine)
- Pathology Education Resource Laboratory from Indiana University
- Lots of slides for review organized by topics: Histology, Systemic Pathology. General Pathology, and Laboratory Medicine.
- Pediatrics
- Paediapaedia from the Virtual Pediatric Hospital
- A handbook of pediatric radiology.
- Pharmacology
- Active Learning Centre Home Page from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
- Quizzes on Microbiology and Pharmacology based on the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine courses. User can choose different tests format (multiple-choice, matching or essay type). Searchable by keywords/phrases. (Repeated in Microbiology section)
- Clinical Pharmacology Online
- Commercial subscription based resource with the full PDR, plus monographs.
- Medical Pharmacology
- Course website at Kansas Univ. Medical School. Includes tutorials, cases and quizzes.
- Malaria: An On-line Resource from the Royal Perth Hospital
- Provides the generally accepted best current practice. Includes a self test malaria species identification module
- which is updated regularly.
- Physiology
- HyperHeart - from the University of Utah
- Interactive Flash animation detailing bloodflow, aortic/ventricular volumes and pressures present in a normal cardiac cycle. Also included are an electrocardiogram and heart sounds graph.
- Practice of Medicine
- Guide to Clinical Preventive Services, Second Edition
- Same as link already listed but second edition.
- The Interactive Patient from Marshall University
- One case with interactive history-taking practice.
- CHORUS: Collaborative Hypertext of Radiology
- Quick reference hypertext for physicians and students. Describes diseases, radiological findings, differential diagnosis lists ("gamuts"), pertinent anatomy, pathology and physiology in 1,100 documents.
- Guide to Diagnosis & Treatment of Tourette Syndrome
- by the Tourette Syndrome Association
- Myopathy Differential Diagnosis
- This site provides an excellent information resource for myopathies. Site contains information help on the distribution of weaknesses, muscle features, systemic features, and laboratory characteristics.
- Status Epilepticus: Diagnosis & management
- Information for interns and medical staff regarding the condition Status Epilepticus covering its description, clinical evaluation, and management.
- Diagnosis and treatment of childhood/adolescent depression
- Causes, diagnosis and treatment of child and adolescent depression. Discussion of multi-modal treatment. The site also includes links to other articles on childhood depression and suicide.
- Basic Clinical Skills from the University of Florida
- Checklists for vital signs, chest, abdominal, neurologic, mental status, cardiovascular and respiratory exams
- Primary Care Baseline Project from the University of Florida
- LSUMC-S Clinical Medicine
- Online atlases, tutorials, etc. dealing with clinical medicine.
- CliniWeb from the Oregon Health Sciences University
- An index and table of contents to clinical information on the WWW. Includes nearly 10,000 URL's indexed by terms from the Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) Anatomy and Disease trees.
- Malaria: An On-line Resource from the Royal Perth Hospital
- Provides the generally accepted best current practice. Includes a self test malaria species identification module
- which is updated regularly.
- Pulmonary
- Pediatric Pulmonary Online
- A listing of pediatric pulmonary topics and cases that may be beneficial for study and review.
- Radiology
- CHORUS: Collaborative Hypertext of Radiology
- CHORUS was designed to be a quick reference for physicians and students. Information is indexed by organ system and include diseases, radiological findings, pertinent anatomy, pathology, and physiology.
- Radiology Cases in Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- A large listing of several cases in pediatric emergency medicine, complete with images, lab values, and solutions. Additionally, the cases may be downloaded for personal use.
- Univ. of Alabama at Birmingham - Teaching Files in Radiology
- Multiple subject areas, many cases.
- University of Washington Dept. of Radiology
- This site has case presentations, tutorials, radiology teaching files,pediatric ER files, online textbooks, anatomy teaching files,etc.
- Surgery
- Heart Surgery Forum
- Articles of interest, OpenHeart-L List Serv e-mail discussion list, and other features.
- Laparoscopic surgery
- Extensive info on surgical procedures newly developed - detailed with images, diagrams, etc.
- Case Presentations from the Neurosurgical Services at NYU
- 6 subsections (brain tumors, spine, cerebral vascular lesions, movement disorders, skull base tumors, trauma) with multiple cases in each and a brain teaser ("Diagnostic Challenge of the Month").
- Toxicology
- National Toxicology Program
- Research oriented site, articles, info, studies.
- A Primer on Toxicology (article)
- Various effects of chemicals on people, animals.
- The Toxicology Study Guide Online
- The guide itself and other resources.
- Trauma
-
Stabilization
of Trauma in the ER
- Comprehensive site on the management of trauma from Mad Scientist Software.
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