When to use OHIF instead of the Workbench

• Compressed DICOM (JPEG, JPEG 2000, JPEG-LS, RLE)
• Whole studies with several series, hanging protocols and multiplanar reformatting
• Segmentations, structured reports and RT structures
• Fused PET/CT display

Set it up

1. Build or download OHIF from the OHIF repository (opens in a new tab) and host the static files on your own HTTPS domain.
2. Point it at a DICOMweb server you control, such as Orthanc or a cloud healthcare API, holding only data you are permitted to use.
3. To use a different OHIF deployment, set ohifUrl in assets/js/config.js to its HTTPS address. Leave it empty to use the bundled viewer.
4. On the Imaging page you can hand the bundled viewer a DICOMweb QIDO/WADO root and an optional Authorization header; they stay in the tab.

Rules that still apply

• Never place identifiable patient data on a public server. Use de-identified or synthetic data for teaching.
• The operator of the viewer is responsible for its access control, logging and privacy terms.
• AI analysis is optional, uses your own key and is for research and teaching, not diagnosis.

Public data without hosting anything

The NCI Imaging Data Commons offers public, de-identified collections with built-in viewers. Explore IDC (opens in a new tab).

Open the Imaging Workbench