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How to Build Healthcare Apps: Questions for Your Development Team

Craft effective healthcare apps by asking the right questions—prioritize user needs, compliance, and seamless functionality!

Diana Hope
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Effective communication is critical to the success of any healthcare software project. It ensures the development process aligns with the unique demands of the medical field while fostering a productive relationship with your team. Whether you’re a healthcare professional or an IT specialist in the industry, this guide highlights crucial questions to ask developers to ensure a smooth, successful collaboration (but for more in-depth questions to ask web app developers, check out 25 Questions to Ask Web App Developers)

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Communication is KeyQuestions to AskAlso, its important to ask about:1. Communication and Workflow2. Progress and Updates3. Deliverables and Support4. Defect ManagementThe Importance of Feedback

Communication is Key

One common misconception about working with offshore developers is that direct, one-on-one communication isn’t feasible. However, many healthcare software development teams emphasize maintaining close contact with clients to promote collaboration, transparency, and compliance with healthcare regulations.

If you prefer or require a single point of contact—especially for navigating the complexities of medical software—most teams can accommodate this, streamlining communication while ensuring updates are clear, actionable, and aligned with regulatory requirements.

Questions to Ask

To maximise your partnership with developers, focus on asking the right questions.

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These can be grouped into key areas specific to the medical industry:

  1. Regulatory Compliance:
    1. Are you familiar with HIPAA, GDPR, or other relevant healthcare regulations?
    1. How do you ensure the security of patient data during development?
  2. Domain Expertise:
    1. Have you worked on Electronic Health Records (EHR) or telemedicine platforms?
    1. Can you provide examples of healthcare-specific projects your team has delivered?
  3. Interoperability:
    1. How do you handle integration with existing hospital systems, such as EHRs or laboratory information systems (LIS)?
  4. Scalability and Usability:
    1. How do you ensure the software is user-friendly for medical staff?
    1. What measures are in place to scale the system for larger organizations or networks?

Also, its important to ask about:

1. Communication and Workflow

  • What communication tools will we use?

Make sure you’re comfortable with the tools used for updates, meetings, and progress tracking.

  • Who will be my point of contact?

Clarify whether you’ll have direct access to developers or if communication will go through a project manager or intermediary.

  • What is the typical workflow?

Understanding the team’s processes helps align expectations on timelines and deliverables.

2. Progress and Updates

  • What is the current state of my project?

Regular updates help establish trust and keep you informed about:

  • Progress toward deadlines
    • Current Sprint plans
    • The reasoning behind chosen technologies
    • Challenges being faced
  • How will updates be shared?

Regular updates help you address potential issues early and track progress.

3. Deliverables and Support

  • Which order of implementation do you propose?

While you should prioritise your requirements, asking for input from developers on implementation order can provide valuable insights, especially for those new to technical projects. Developers can suggest an order that balances practicality with your goals.

  • What are the main deliverables for this project?

Focus on final outcomes and intermediate deliverables. This helps you identify milestones, track progress, and also ensures the project moves in the right direction.

  • How long will this feature take to implement?

While precise timelines aren’t always possible, sharing your desired deadlines helps the team create a realistic plan.

  • What support is available post-launch?

Long-term maintenance and troubleshooting are critical for a successful project.

4. Defect Management

  • How will you handle defects?

Discuss the team’s approach to identifying, addressing, and minimising errors. Clear strategies for managing defects reduce delays and costly rework.

The Importance of Feedback

Even if asking questions isn’t your style, simple gestures like acknowledging updates with a quick “thank you” can make a significant difference. Recognising the team’s efforts boosts motivation, fosters a positive atmosphere, and keeps the project moving forward.

Don’t hesitate to ask additional questions if needed — open communication is the cornerstone of effective collaboration.

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