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July 23, 2002
A: FROM MENTOR GOPIKA CHANDRA, To read Gopika's bio. click
here.
To my understanding, computers can be used in application
of Dermatology. With
the help of internet, vast literature searches can be performed
accessing
online journals and other information sources all over the
world. The
computers can be also used in storing patient's information
in a more
systematic manner. All the Hi-Tech techniques like lazer etc.
used in
treatment of various dermatologic ailments require basic knowledge
of
computers to perform the procedure. While performing Cosmetic
surgery, with
the use of programming the cosmetic changes can be predicted
before even
operating the patient. This leads to greater patient's satisfaction
and a
better treatment outcome.
Teldermatology is being used in various universities as an
aid for physicians
to diagnose. It is an easy to access, web-based system that
maximizes the
efficiency of both the provider requesting a consult and the
dermatologist.
Easy browser-based forms allow for input of history and images
associated with
a case. The objective is to provide a diagnostic and therapeutic
plan to the
requesting provider within a short time. It requires to acquire
cutaneous
images and digitize them, through a digital camera or through
a film/slide
digitizer.
I hope this helps.
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