9 Best Guidance apps for Android (Medical)
Following is our list of the best guidance apps for Android. Trusted developers like Open Medicine Project and Class Professional Publishing are known to create software that in theory will improve wellbeing and health. After extensive testing we've concluded that the best apps include Essential Medical Guidance, JRCALC PLUS, Pediatric Dermatology from AAP, .
1 Essential Medical Guidance
Medicines Info, Clinical Medicines Information & Drug Education for Healthcare Workers
The Essential Medical Guidance app is a trusted and comprehensive resource for medical professionals. It provides up-to-date information to help you make informed decisions at the point of care. With over 1800+ interactive drug monographs, it covers all your prescribing needs. It also offers digital tools like reimbursement forms and patient education leaflets. The app provides free accredited CPDs and learn content to keep you updated with the latest medicines and clinical information. It includes features like medicine cost directory, poisons information, interaction checker, locally authored clinical guidelines, advanced search function, clinical and dosing tools, free CPD courses, and patient education aids. It is a must-have for South African medical professionals and is designed to support clinical decision-making.
2 JRCALC PLUS
Up to date national and regional guidance for ambulance clinicians.
JRCALC Plus is an app for prehospital professionals in the UK that provides national and regional guidance relevant to their local trust. You need to be part of a registered trust to access the app. Developed by Class Professional Publishing, the app contains the complete JRCALC Guidelines, regional and local guidance, Clinical Notices for registered trusts, medicines tables, algorithms, and advice. It works offline, so you can use it even without a signal. The app is useful because it allows clinicians to access both local and national guidelines in one place.
3 Pediatric Dermatology from AAP
Guidance & treatment of 100+ pediatric & adolescent skin conditions
The Pediatric Dermatology from AAP app is a practical and concise guide for recognizing and treating over 100 skin conditions in children and adolescents. It includes over 300 full-color images for accurate visual diagnosis. The app covers a wide range of topics, including dermatitis, acne, infections, pigmentation disorders, and more. The new edition includes 9 new chapters and over 35 new color images. Each condition is presented in a sequence that is helpful for clinical settings, with information on etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, referral considerations, and resources for families. The app also provides information on diagnostic techniques, therapeutics, and specific conditions such as viral, bacterial, and fungal infections, genodermatoses, and hair disorders. It is a must-have resource for healthcare professionals working with pediatric patients.
4 PneumoRecs VaxAdvisor
PneumoRecs VaxAdvisor gives patient-specific pneumococcal vaccination guidance.
The PneumoRecs VaxAdvisor App is a useful tool created by the CDC and Georgia Tech Research Institute. It helps vaccination providers by giving patient-specific guidance on pneumococcal vaccinations. Providers enter the patient's age, vaccination history, and medical conditions. The app then displays recommendations based on the U.S. immunization schedule. It's optimized for tablets and more information can be found on the CDC website.
5 AUA Guidelines at a Glance
AUA Guidelines provide evidence-based guidance.
The AUA Guidelines at a Glance app is a helpful tool for healthcare professionals. It provides access to the American Urological Association's Clinical Practice Guidelines and Best Practice Statements. These guidelines are developed by experts in the field and provide evidence-based recommendations for urological care. The app allows users to easily navigate and search for specific guidelines, making it quick and convenient to find the information they need. It also includes a bookmark feature to save frequently used guidelines for easy access. This app is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals seeking up-to-date and reliable guidance in urological practice.
6 EMRA MobilEM
Fast, evidence-based guidance
The EMRA MobilEM app provides evidence-based guidance for healthcare professionals. It offers updated recommendations for various medical topics, including antibiotics, toxicology, EKGs, orthopedic injuries, airway management, pediatric emergencies, splinting, and critical care medications. The app features fast and easy navigation, a powerful search function, bookmarking, and note-taking capabilities. It also provides continual updates without requiring any action from the user. The app is regularly updated with new content, and it values user privacy. It is intended for individual use and cannot be shared on a common device within an organization.
7 Lipid Manager
Guidance for lowering ASCVD risk by managing LDL-C and triglycerides.
The Lipid Manager app is designed to help doctors and clinicians manage a patient's triglycerides and LDL-C levels in order to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. It offers four tools in one, including an ASCVD Risk Estimator to calculate the patient's risk and determine if statin therapy is appropriate, an LDL-C Lowering Therapy tool to assess the response to statin therapy and consider other treatments, a Statin Intolerance tool to evaluate possible intolerance and determine next steps, and a Hypertriglyceridemia tool with tailored recommendations for lifestyle changes and medication management. The app's information and recommendations should not replace clinical judgment and treatment decisions should be made in consultation with the patient's healthcare provider.
8 BMJ Best Practice
Instant access to latest evidence-based guidance for healthcare professionals
The BMJ Best Practice app provides healthcare professionals with the latest evidence-based clinical decision support information. It can be accessed offline, anytime and anywhere. It includes fast access to guidance on diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, as well as patient leaflets, calculators, and videos on clinical procedures. The app also tracks CME/CPD activity automatically. Users can download the app for a free 7-day trial. Feedback from users helps to improve the app, and features like 'night mode' and patient leaflets have already been added. For questions or feedback, contact support@bmj.com.
9 MyLATITUDE™
Download the latest version of the MyLATITUDE™ Patient App.
The MyLATITUDE™ Patient App is a free app for Boston Scientific patients who use the LATITUDE™ NXT Communicator. It helps you set up and understand the status lights of your Communicator, saving you time and avoiding the need to call Customer Support. The app also provides information about the status of your Communicator. Please note that it is not meant to replace your Patient Manual, so refer to that or contact Customer Support for questions. The LATITUDE™ NXT Patient Management System is a remote monitoring system that allows your healthcare provider to access your implanted device data. It is not for medical emergencies, so call your doctor or emergency number if you feel unwell. The Communicator works with standard telephone lines and certain other systems. It should only be used with the patient's prescribed implanted device and authorized by the prescribing physician. Keep the Communicator connected to power and a telephone line or adapter. Avoid interference from electronic equipment by staying at least 36 inches away. It is recommended to use a surge arrestor in the electrical outlet. © 2021 Boston Scientific Corporation and its affiliates. All rights reserved.
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