Recently at the 116th Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Opthalmology research from a recent study was presented that digital tablets increased the reading speed of those with damage to their central vision. The poster, titled “Electronic Reading Devices Increase Reading Speed and Comfort in Patients with Moderate Vision Loss” was presented by Daniel […]
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April’s first installment of the “Best of iMedicalApps”
In this installment, we look at whether smartphones are distracting for clinicians, discuss the Lancet iPad journal app, and look at a cool new device that helps you track your fitness called the Nike Fuelband. Additionally, we demonstrate how easy it is to check out an iPad from a medical library, review an app that contains health advice for patients, and lastly, we show you the future of TEDMED.
If you don’t have an iPad, go to the medical library and borrow one
In addition to books, medical librarians are checking out iPads loaded with apps to help them do their research and treat patients
The Kindle Fire ignites excitement among consumers, but will it find a place among medical tablets?
Comparison of Amazon Kindle models, including the new Kindle touch and Kindle Fire tablet, and how the Kindle Fire can be used in medical education and practice