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Mobile personal health records: an evaluation of features and functionality
Hadi Kharrazi1, Robin Chisholm, Dean VanNasdale
1Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, United States. kharrazi@iupui.edu
International Journal of Medical Informatics
|July 20, 2012
Summary
Mobile personal health record (mPHR) apps vary widely in features and security. Most lack essential attributes, but future development may improve patient empowerment.
Area of Science:
- Health Informatics
- Mobile Health Technology
- Consumer Health Applications
Background:
- Mobile personal health records (mPHRs) represent an emerging area of health technology.
- These applications aim to provide individuals with portable access to their health information.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate stand-alone mobile personal health record (mPHR) applications across iOS, BlackBerry, and Android platforms.
- Assessment focused on content, functionality, security, and marketing characteristics of available mPHRs.
Main Methods:
- Nineteen stand-alone mPHR applications were identified and evaluated based on specific inclusion criteria.
- Analysis encompassed product characteristics, data elements, application features, and marketing tactics.
Main Results:
- Significant variability was observed in mPHR attributes across and within mobile platforms.
- No single mPHR contained all evaluated features; seven lacked basic security like password protection.
- Applications were inexpensive ($0-$9.99), with eight employing scare tactics in marketing.
Conclusions:
- Current mPHR applications are generally limited in scope and features.
- The expanding mobile market suggests potential for more comprehensive mPHRs in the future.
- Future mPHRs should leverage mobile technology for patient empowerment, with targeted marketing strategies avoiding scare tactics.
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