2395: An ultrasound-focused second opinion cellular connection linking examiner and distanced expert using web-based information center and wireless mobile 3g connection

Abstract

Objectives: (1) To teach the radiologist how to use new technologies. (2) To learn the limitations of video transmission via cellular phones. (3) To facilitate a two-way line of communication featuring educational WebPages focused on ultrasound via mobile phones.Methods: Presenting a software/hardware package which connects physicians and sonographers of the Ultrasound Department in a hospital or clinic with those that are away from the examining unit via mobile telecommunication. The examiner has the ability to send still images, video display with real-time ultrasound images, Doppler signals and vocal input of the examiner. Communication is achieved via a webpage that supports the case study with commentary and posed questions. The receiver will view this case as a multi media message on his mobile phone screen, providing easy access and enabling a quick response to the sender.Results: An innovative mobile data communications service which connects physicians and sonographers of the Ultrasound Department with those that are away from the examining unit via mobile telecommunication. The simplest method to attain a credible second opinion from a distance.Conclusions: The Echonet Uploader is a versatile and easy-to-use package which allows for Ultrasound Images and videos to be sent to both mobile phones, PDAs and PCs. Objectives: (1) To teach the radiologist how to use new technologies. (2) To learn the limitations of video transmission via cellular phones. (3) To facilitate a two-way line of communication featuring educational WebPages focused on ultrasound via mobile phones. Methods: Presenting a software/hardware package which connects physicians and sonographers of the Ultrasound Department in a hospital or clinic with those that are away from the examining unit via mobile telecommunication. The examiner has the ability to send still images, video display with real-time ultrasound images, Doppler signals and vocal input of the examiner. Communication is achieved via a webpage that supports the case study with commentary and posed questions. The receiver will view this case as a multi media message on his mobile phone screen, providing easy access and enabling a quick response to the sender. Results: An innovative mobile data communications service which connects physicians and sonographers of the Ultrasound Department with those that are away from the examining unit via mobile telecommunication. The simplest method to attain a credible second opinion from a distance. Conclusions: The Echonet Uploader is a versatile and easy-to-use package which allows for Ultrasound Images and videos to be sent to both mobile phones, PDAs and PCs.