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VA Technical Reference Model v 25.3

Welch Allyn Viewer
Welch Allyn Viewer Technology

General Information

Technologies must be operated and maintained in accordance with Federal and Department security and privacy policies and guidelines. More information on the proper use of the TRM can be found on the TRM Proper Use Tab/Section.

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Description: Welch Allyn Viewer enables the use and image capture capabilities of the Welch Allyn MacroView Digital Otoscope to inspect the external ear, ear canal, and tympanic membrane under magnification. The software can record a single image or up to a two minute video clip from the otoscope hardware.

All images and videos captured from the otoscope are optionally stored in a folder on the user`s local computer. A database is not used or required, and this product does not connect to the Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA).

Note: This technology was sold to Hillrom by Welch Allyn in 2015, and then sold to Baxter in 2021.
Technology/Standard Usage Requirements: Users must ensure their use of this technology/standard is consistent with VA policies and standards, including, but not limited to, VA Handbooks 6102 and 6500; VA Directives 6004, 6513, and 6517; and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards, including Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). Users must ensure sensitive data is properly protected in compliance with all VA regulations. Prior to use of this technology, users should check with their supervisor, Information Security Officer (ISO), Facility Chief Information Officer (CIO), or local Office of Information and Technology (OI&T) representative to ensure that all actions are consistent with current VA policies and procedures prior to implementation.
Section 508 Information: This technology has not been assessed by the Section 508 Office. The Implementer of this technology has the responsibility to ensure the version deployed is 508-compliant. Section 508 compliance may be reviewed by the Section 508 Office and appropriate remedial action required if necessary. For additional information or assistance regarding Section 508, please contact the Section 508 Office at Section508@va.gov.
Decision: View Decisions
Decision Source: TRM Mgmt Group
Decision Process: One-VA TRM v25.3
Decision Date: 03/26/2025 at 02:20:06 UTC
Introduced By: TRM Request
Vendor Name: Baxter
- The information contained on this page is accurate as of the Decision Date (03/26/2025 at 02:20:06 UTC).