Roland Sebastian Talanow MD,PhD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Andras Szekely MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Smartphones and tablets offer new opportunities for diagnostic imaging practitioners; these easy-to-use devices equipped with excellent display may be used for diagnostic reading, reference, learning, consultation, and for communication with patients. However, the mobile market is growing exponentially and for the mobile "inexperienced" professional it becomes overwhelming to find the right application for the right purpose in its daily work.

A search was performed on iTunes, Android Market, Blackberry App World, and Windows Phone Marketplace for mobile applications pertinent to the field of diagnostic imaging. Over 100 applications were found. Based on the results we created a web-accessible database of available mobile applications that are useful in the field of Radiology. We structured the data based on categories such as Medical books, Journal access, Interactive encyclopedias, News & Magazines, Diagnostic reading, Decision support. For each application, specific information was entered such as platform, title, company, description, publication year, price (if not for free), website for more details, screenshots and others. We also implemented a rating system based on the following criteria: Ease of use, Quality and Price/value ratio. An editorial review has been also provided.

This web-accessible database allows the user to search for Radiology relevant mobile applications for different mobile platforms (iOS, Android, Blackberry etc.). In addition it provides a comprehensive description and evaluation of each of these applications. The database can be either browsed by categories or other criteria or the user can actively search for keywords. Users can also share their opinions and rate the applications based on the aforementioned criteria, so that other users can make their own informed decision which application is most suited for their needs.

We provide a web-based repository of available mobile applications that are useful in different areas of the daily Radiology work. Comprehensive information, relevant ratings and reviews help users finding the application that suits most their individual needs.

Talanow, R, Szekely, A, Mobile Apps in Radiology - A Structured Online Repository of Mobile Applications in Radiology.  Radiological Society of North America 2013 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, December 1 - December 6, 2013 ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2013/13028458.html