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UCSD's MedPics: implementation and impact on the curriculum

H M Hoffman1, A E Irwin, S Baird

  • 1Office of Learning Resources/Learning Resources Center, University of California, San Diego School of Medicine.

Proceedings. Symposium on Computer Applications in Medical Care
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

MedPics, a computer-based image system, enhances medical education by aiding key feature identification in pathology, histology, and hematology. Its use improves student attitudes toward digital resources and boosts faculty engagement in curriculum development.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Digital Learning Tools

Background:

  • The University of California, San Diego has utilized MedPics, a computer-based image delivery system, since 1992.
  • MedPics was initially developed to support pathology and histology coursework.
  • The system has since expanded its scope to encompass hematology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of the MedPics system on the second-year medical curriculum.
  • To assess changes in student attitudes towards computer-based learning resources.
  • To gauge faculty interest in instructional development related to digital tools.

Main Methods:

  • The study involved the integration and use of MedPics within the Human Disease course.
  • Data collection likely involved student feedback and faculty observations regarding the system's utility.

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  • The program's application spans pathology, histology, and hematology disciplines.

    • Main Results:

    • MedPics has demonstrated a positive impact on the second-year curriculum.
    • Student attitudes towards computer-based educational resources have improved.
    • Faculty interest in instructional development has been positively influenced.

    Conclusions:

    • MedPics is an effective computer-based tool for medical education, particularly in visual diagnostic fields.
    • The system enhances learning by assisting in key feature identification.
    • MedPics contributes to a more positive perception of digital learning tools among students and faculty.