User Types

The user context determines who will be the app's end-user: patients or providers. If your app fits into multiple contexts, check out the Multicontext Apps section.

Patients

Here's a list of example apps that a patient would use:

Example AppGoalFunctionality
Personal Health Record/Patient PortalEmpower patients to access and manage their own health information.Patients can view their electronic health records (EHRs), check lab results, review medication lists, and monitor their health history.
Health Data SharingEnable patients to share their health data with authorized individuals and healthcare providers.Patients can securely share specific health information with other healthcare apps or providers, ensuring controlled access to their data.
Self-ManagementFacilitate self-management of health conditions and wellness.May include features for setting health goals, tracking activities, receiving reminders for medications, and accessing educational resources.
Engagement and CommunicationFoster patient engagement and communication with healthcare providers.Patients can communicate with their healthcare team, schedule appointments, and receive notifications or alerts related to their care.

Providers

Here's a list of example apps that might be used by a provider:

Example AppGoalFunctionality
Clinical Decision SupportSupport healthcare providers in making informed decisions at the point of care.Integrate clinical decision support tools, providing relevant information, guidelines, and recommendations based on patient data.
Care CoordinationImprove coordination of care among healthcare providers.Share patient data, care plans, and relevant information with other members of the healthcare team, facilitating collaborative and patient-centered care.
Population Health ManagementAssist providers in managing the health of populations and identifying trends.Analyze population health data, identifying at-risk patients, and implementing interventions to improve overall health outcomes.
Data ExchangeFacilitate secure and standardized data exchange between different healthcare systems.Exchange health data, enabling providers to access information from external sources while ensuring data security and privacy.