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Anatomy
- 11 free tools to teach human anatomy in 3D
- An Online Examination of Human Anatomy and Physiology
- A Musculoskeletal Atlas of the Human Body, University of Washington
Extensive collection of anatomic drawings of the musculoskeletal system. - Anatomy, Function, and Innervation of Muscles, Loyola University
Collection of drawings and information for all major muscles. - Anatomy of the nerves, muscles, bones, and arteries, Loyola University
Excellent collection of drawings organized by organ system. - Digital Anatomists Project, University of Washington
Interesting collection of simulated disections, various parts of the body. - Gross Anatomy, University of Arkansas for Medical Students
Extensive collection of gross anatomy images. - Gross Anatomy, University of Vienna
Collection of anatomic dissections in 3D and cross section. - Lower Extremity Muscle Atlas, University of Washington
Drawings of the muscles of the lower extremity. - Musculoskeletal Anatomy (LifeArt Collection)
Nice interactive guide to musculoskeletal anatomy. - Upper Extremity Muscle Atlas, University of Washington
Drawings of the muscles of the upper extremity. - Neuro Muscular Therapy
Myofascial Pain Research & NMT Articles - National Library of Medicine (NLM) Visible Human Project Data Base
The NLM has developed a collection of cross sectional gross anatomy images along with CT and MRI correlates. This data base is available for educational purposes, though special authorization forms must be completed (visit NLM site for details). A number of academic centers have organized parts of this collection into user friendly formats. several of which are listed below.- Loyola University Cross Sectional Anatomy
Images are labeled and arranged by regions of the body. Collection includes CT and MRI correlates. - University of Utah Cross Sectional Anatomy
Images arranged by region of the body.
- Loyola University Cross Sectional Anatomy
Cardiology
- Auscultation Assistant, University of California, Los Angeles
Audio files of selected normal and abnormal heart sounds and murmurs. - Basics of Cardiac Physiology
Extensive review of core concepts, cardiac function and physiology. - Univeristy of Utah, Review of Cardiac Physiology
Cartoon depicting relationship between mechanical, electrical, and audiologic events during the normal cardiac cycle. - Heart Book, Yale University
On line basic cardiology text book. - Heart Sounds Tutorial, Blaufuss Medical.
Audio files of selected normal and abnormal heart sounds and murmurs. - Heart Sounds Tutorial.
Audio files of selected basic heart sounds and murmurs. - Pediatric Heart Sounds and Murmurs
- Rhythm Simulator
Collection of several computer generated dysrhythmias. - Virtual Stethoscope, McGill University.
Audio files of cardiac and pulmonary auscultation.
Dermatology
- Basic Pediatric Dermatology, University of Wisconsin
A very concise review of basic dermatology terminology as well as a collection of pictures
of common pediatric dermatology problems. - DermAtlas, Johns Hopkins University
Collection of dermatologic images. - Dermatologic Image Data Base, University of Iowa College of Medicine
Collection of dermatologic images. - Dermatology Atlas, Loyola University Medical Center
Collection of dermatologic images. - Pediatric Dermatology Tutorial, University of California, San Diego
General
- Bedside Diagnosis: An annotated Bibliography of Literature on Physical Examinatoion and Interviewing
Reference list of articles relating to physical examination. - Physical Exam Videos, UCLA
- Physical Exam Videos, University of Virginia
Online videos demonstrating select aspects of the physical exam. - Rational Clinical Exam (JAMA)
Reference list of all articles in this series, provided by SGIM. - Screening Physical Exam, Loyola University Medical Education
Review of physical examination techniques. - Medical Information – A Physical Exam Study Guide
- Paramedic to RN programs online
Head and Neck
- Otoscopy Tutorial
Basic review of otoscopic examination. Includes pictures of common pathologic findings. - Practical ENT for Primary Care Physicians
Basic review of common ENT problems.
Musculoskeletal
- University of Washington, Assorted Case Studies of Musculoskeletal Disorders
- University of Washington, Glossary and Videos of Musculoskeletal and Assorted Clinical Findings
- Penn State University, Skeletal Anatomy
Neurology
- Anatomy of Common Peripheral Nerves
- Neurologic Examination, University of Utah
Detailed review of the complete neuro exam which includes helpful video clips. - Armed Forces Medical School, Review of Cranial Nerve Anatomy, Function, and Pathology
- Neuromuscular Diseases, Washington University
Extensive review of physiology and pathophysiology of neuromuscular disorders. - Yale University, Review of Cranial Nerve Anatomy, Function, and Pathology
- Surgical Technologist�s Guide to Brain Anatomy
- University of Utah Review of Gross Neuroanatomy
Extensive collection of labeled images of neuroanatomic structures.
Ophthalmology
- Digital Atlas of Ophthalmology, NY Eye and Ear Infirmary
Collection of ophthalmologic images. - Eye Simulator, University of California, Davis
Simulation of pupillary and extraocular muscle disorders. - Online Atlas of Ophthalmology
Collection of ophthalmologic images.
Pulmonary
- The R.A.L.E. Repository of Lung Sounds
Audio files of normal and abnormal lung sounds.
Pathology
- Organ System Pathology Images, University of Utah
Extensive collection of pathology images. - The Urbana Atlas of Pathology, University of Illinois College of Medicine
Extensive collection of pathology images. - Pathology – The Medical Training Resource Guide
A step-by-step guide.
Clinical Imaging
- Introduction to Cardiothoracic Imaging, Yale University School of Medicine
- How to Read a Chest X-ray, Uniformed Services School of Medicine.
Basic interpretation of chest radiographs - Virtual Hospital, Normal Radiologic Anatomy, University of Iowa
Very extensive collection of radiologic images. - Radiology Database, Uniformed Services School of Medicine
Extensive collection of radiologic images. - Musculoskeletal Radiology, University of Washington School of Medicine
Assorted pictures of musculoskeletal radiologic pathology.
Assorted Clinical References
- Glossary of Virology.
- Wheeless’ Textbook of Orthopaedics
Online textbook of orthopedics.
Clinical Guidelines and US Government Sites of Interest
- Assorted Clinical Guidelines, Compiled by UCSF School of Medicine.
- Clinical Statements and Guidelines, American College of Cardiology
Collection of cardiology related clinical guidelines. - Immunization Guidelines
- National Guideline Clearinghouse
US government sponsored collection of clinical guidelines. - Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Patient Focused Information Covering Wide Array of Medical Topics (NIH)
Collection of Thousands of Medically Related Links
- Diseases, Disorders and Related Topics, Karolinska Institute, Sweden
- The “Virtual” Medical Center, University of Califonria, Irvine
- Neuroanatomy and Neuropathology on the Internet
Journal Search Engines
Adapted, with permission from University of California, San Diego School of Medicine By Charlie Goldberg, M.D.