Digital scanners revolutionize pathology by eliminating logistical hurdles, enabling remote diagnoses, seamless collaboration, and streamlined workflows.
Pathologists need to focus their time on their core expertise—examining and diagnosing—not on traveling or waiting for slides to be shipped. The increasing demand for expertise in pathology calls for telepathology solutions, enabling pathologists to view slides remotely, wherever they are.
For pathology service providers, ensuring consistent quality across multiple locations typically requires having experts on-site or centralizing slide processing. However, centralization often leads to delays due to the logistics of shipping slides. This makes telepathology an essential tool to overcome bottlenecks in slide transportation, obtain second opinions, organize workflows, and ensure compatibility with digital systems.
Traditional digital pathology systems are often costly and complex, requiring extensive procurement, room preparation, and staff training. Telepathology, however, doesn’t have to be a hassle.
With the compact and affordable Grundium Ocus®, scanning slides is simplified. Located where the sample is prepared, the Ocus allows non-specialists to perform the initial scanning after just 15 minutes of training. Pathologists can then remotely access the slides from anywhere in the world using an internet connection and a web browser on any device — computer, tablet, or phone. This flexibility means pathologists can handle far more cases in less time, significantly increasing efficiency.
The Grundium Ocus functions as a telepathology powerhouse. It operates like a web server, enabling pathologists to log in via their browser and remotely control the scanner to examine any part of the slide. The Remote Live View feature allows rapid onsite evaluations, while collaborative scanning lets multiple pathologists or trainees examine a slide simultaneously for second opinions, group discussions, or educational purposes — all with a simple click.
Designed for seamless integration, the Grundium Ocus supports the most common file formats, such as .svs and .tiff, and works with any lab system or workflow model. Its browser-based software requires no annual fees or hidden costs, ensuring cost efficiency. With open-platform APIs, the Ocus even enables AI integration to further enhance telepathology workflows.
Unlike traditional slide scanners, which are often bulky and expensive, the Grundium Ocus is a portable telepathology solution. It is small enough to fit in a carry-on case, rugged enough to scan in a moving vehicle, and equipped with a power bank for use in locations without power outlets. This mobility makes it ideal for remote clinics, hospitals, and even fieldwork.
Telepathology is no longer a futuristic concept — it’s a practical, accessible solution with Grundium Ocus at the forefront. By enabling remote diagnostics, seamless collaboration, and enhanced workflow efficiency, the Ocus is revolutionizing how pathologists work. Whether for hospitals, clinics, schools, or multi-location pathology service providers, the Ocus sets a new standard in telepathology.
If you’re ready to simplify remote work for yourself or your team, contact Grundium today.
