Second Opinions
Digital pathology facilitates rapid second opinions and peer reviews among pathologists. By allowing for the sharing of cases without shipping slides, getting a second opinion using digital pathology allows pathologists to quickly consult colleagues including subspecialists for their opinions on cases. Getting a second opinion using digital case sharing not only facilitates faster turnaround times but also better diagnoses and patient care, as a result of more pathologists having the opportunity to review given cases.
By using digital pathology solutions, virtual consultative networks can be established, where pathologists and patients have access to a panel of experts. Digital slide sharing and consultation services allow pathologists to engage in real time discussions with experts and obtain second opinions from anywhere in the world. An additional advantage is that highly regarded experts are made accessible to render second opinions to small practice groups, that would otherwise not be able to consult with such an expert.
