Demonstration:

Functional Neuroanatomy: An Interactive Atlas

P.A. Stewart, A. Agur, B. Liebgott, D. Mikulis and M.J. Wiley
University of Toronto

Abstract:

This program was designed to enhance the recognition of anatomical structures in medical images of the brain and spinal cord. High-quality MR images are displayed in three planes and in a variety of imaging modalities. Surface features of the brain are shown in illustrations. Spinal cord and brainstem features are shown in enlarged histological sections. As the cursor is moved over each image, individual neural structures highlight sequentially and their names appear in a box close to the cursor. Clicking on any feature activates an audio file in which the name of the structure and its definition are read to the user. This feature was included to teach pronunciation of anatomical terms and to enhance learning in auditory learners. The definition also appears in a text box. A "Vascular Territories" button activates an interactive overlay on each image showing the blood vessels that supply each area, to improve understanding of stroke syndromes. A self-testing feature allows both users and program designer

Benefit in Attending Session:

Educational multimedia technology is just beginning a rapid developmental phase. We hope to contribute to its growth and to learn from other educators.

P.A. Stewart
Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology,
University of Toronto,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 1A8
 
416.978.8963
Fax Number:
416.978.3954
p.stewart@utoronto.ca
 
Drs. Agur, Liebgott and Wiley
Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology,
University of Toronto,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5S 1A8
 
Dr. D. Mikulis,
Department of Medical Imaging,
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 1A8
 
Agur - 416.978.8855,
Liebgott - 416.978.3679,
Wiley - 416.978.2642
Mikulis 416.603.5871
Fax Number(s):
Agur, Liebgott & Wiley 416.978.3954
Mikulis 416.978.6915
anne.agur@utoronto.ca
b.liebgott@utoronto.ca
mike.wiley@utoronto.ca
mikulis@playfair.utoronto.ca