2024

Anatomy of the eye: interactive tool

Description

This interactive tool is available on the Robert Schuman Hospitals health platform www.acteurdemasante.lu and aims to make learning about the anatomy of the eye both fun and instructive for enthusiasts, students and health professionals alike. Designed by the medical team at the National Specialised Ophthalmology Service, it offers an immersive experience that lets you visually explore the different structures that make up the eye, from the outer layers, such as the cornea and sclera, to the inner parts, such as the retina and optic nerve. For each zone, you’ll find detailed information and explanations of the common diseases that can affect it, such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. This interactive tool has been designed to help everyone gain a better understanding of the complex workings of the human eye and the associated health challenges.

Added value

This project represents a significant step forward in medical training and awareness-raising in ophthalmology. By combining interactive teaching resources with scientifically rigorous content, it makes learning more engaging and accessible for a wide range of audiences, from healthcare professionals and students to people who want to understand more about their own eye health. Thanks to its visual and intuitive approach, this tool encourages greater retention of anatomical and pathological knowledge, making it easier raise awareness of eye health issues. It also offers simplified access to high-quality information, helping to share essential knowledge and prevent eye diseases more effectively.

Status

The tool went online in October 2024 on the www.acteurdemasante.lu platform.

Dr Michelle Berna-Thill

Referring ophthalmologist (HRS)

"This project is a valuable step forward in ophthalmology education: it makes an in-depth understanding of the human eye and its pathologies accessible to everyone. By offering interactive and visual learning, it helps everyone to understand the complexity of eye health and to take better care of their eyes"

Dr Christian Farah

Specialist in ophthalmology

"This tool clearly illustrates the different anatomical parts of the eye. It looks at their role and their involvement in certain diseases. The aim of this project is to provide visual support for the ophthalmologist's explanations, and to enable patients to explore certain subjects in greater depth, based on verified information. "

Dr Anne-Marie Burg

Médecin spécialiste en ophtalmologie

"This tool represents a real turning point in learning about ocular anatomy. Its interactive and immersive approach makes studying the eye not only more accessible, but also more appealing, whether you are a student, a health professional or simply curious and keen to further your understanding of this complex organ. Thanks to this tool, we can explore the structures that make up the eye in a visual way while accessing reliable and in-depth information."

Tsvetelina Ivanova

Communications Officer & Project Coordinator

"This tool is the result of in-depth and meticulous teamwork. Designed based on the most frequently asked questions by patients, it was developed by the ophthalmologists of SNOS in collaboration with digital design specialists. This synergy between experts from various fields has made it possible to create a tool that is both innovative, educational, and engaging. Collaborating closely with these professionals has been a highly enriching experience for me."