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The pathologist's workstation
1Department of Pathology, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City, USA. raller@med.utah.edu
Clinics in Laboratory Medicine
|June 1, 1997
Summary
Pathologists can optimize their workflow with a comprehensive workstation. Customizing components like LIS access and advanced tools ensures efficiency for diverse pathology practices.
Area of Science:
- Medical Informatics
- Digital Pathology
Background:
- Pathology practice is diverse, lacking a standardized workstation.
- Efficient use of pathologist time and expertise is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review essential and optional components of a comprehensive pathologist workstation.
- To guide pathologists in assembling a customized, efficient digital workspace.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of essential and specialized workstation components.
- Analysis of current digital tools relevant to pathology.
Main Results:
- Essential components include LIS access, word processing, email, web browsing, and literature search.
- Optional components vary based on specialization, such as statistical analysis, ROC curves, image analysis, and voice synthesis.
Conclusions:
- A comprehensive workstation is vital for leveraging pathologist expertise.
- Pathologists must determine and integrate required components for a seamless workflow.