This study reviews the latest innovations in medical informatics based on digital and technological applications. In particular, we focus on the contributions developed by VisualMed System (Medical Visualization Systems) Group. Applications are presented in four categories: first, development of digital anatomical viewers; second, development of augmented reality applications; third, development of simulator applications; and finally, examples of developed applications for portable devices such as smartphones and tablets are also presented. Every applications share multiple interactivity features and rich visual medical content. Finally, implications for teaching and learning in health sciences are discussed. In particular, the key role of these applications in order to enhance autonomous learning and to visually support traditional teaching methods.
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