I have people ask me all the time to tell them what the best iDevice apps out there are. I'll let you all in on my apps. iPad denots an iPad only app. iPhone denotes an iPhone only app that is "small" on the iPad. Both denotes a single "binary" for both devices.
Must Have
Mediquations—the most comprehensive medical calculator I've seen. I like the "favorites" section. BOTH
Lexi-Comp—this is VERY expensive, but I think it is worth it. Give it a try for a month. Separate subscription per device
ICD9 Consult—the BEST coding reference. Orange stop sign means the code is not specific enough for billing. BOTH
2DO—the best to do list on the market. If they only had an iPad version…It syncs with Toodledo, which means you can sync your tasks across devices. Setup multiple reminders for the same event. Create projects that have multiple tasks, each with their own reminder. Setup reminders to call/email people, and the app will call them for you. Excellent. iPhone with Double Pixel on iPad.
HanDBase—I know people are into bento, but this app helps the non-mac user get their database off the phone and onto their computer for editing and backup. The PERFECT procedural database app can be made, which includes signature fields. Available on both, but requires separate purchase.
Diagnosaurus—excellent differential resource that will cost you less than a dollar. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
AHRQ ePSS—USPSTF guidelines at your fingertips. Has changed my care at the point of care. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
ATP3 Lipids—excellent calculator based upon this consensus guideline. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Clearance—helps you know the algorithm when asked to risk stratify patients perioperatively from a cardiac standpoint. Remember, you don't clear people for surgery. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Convertbot—convert units to practically any unit used in medicine. Excellent resource. Joint Binary
PerfectWheel—easy to use OB wheel iPhone with pixelated iPad.
WYSE Pocket Cloud—for those that use VMWare, this thing rocks. Joint Binary
QuickOffice Connect—this is the best office doc out there that I've found. Plays nicely with Google Docs, so long as you don't use the new version of Google Docs. BOTH
DropBox—quick access to your account. BOTH
LogMeIn—expensive app, but the service is free, which allows for extensible increases in functionality by having simple and easy access to your home computer. Very easy to setup. BOTH
Skype—now runs in the background. Will change the way I communicate on my phone. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Password Manager—I leave it open, as I don't know which is the best. I do really like SplashID, as it has a desktop sync program, which is good to have. Separate Binaries
Good to Have
Ob/Gyn (Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Infertitilty)—the pocket guide used by OB residents…in iPhone format. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Pediatric Red Book—the defacto ID standard for pediatrics. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Jaundice—calculates age and then risk stratifies patients for treatment based upon clinical history and bili levels. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Red Laser—scan products at the store and figure out who sells it for less. iPhone only due to lack of camera
Weather USA—makes a LOUD sound when your area is placed under a NOAA weather alert. You specify which alerts to notify you. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
BeeJiveIM—excellent background running app for continuous access to your IM accounts. Separate Apps
STAT E&M—helps the new intern see what the elements of a properly coded note is, so we bill appropriately. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Print Bureau—Print to local and web printers via the app. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Nice to Have
Facebook -- iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Rhapsody—15 bucks a month for the best iTunes library on the planet. Top that! iPhone with pixelated iPad.
EMRA ABx—simple straightforward ID drug database. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Eye Chart—randomizes for the Snellen Eye Chart. I HAVE used it recently in the hospital. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
EKG Guide—nice reference to have and read. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Fluid & Electrolyte Calcultor—calculate the fluid management in pedi patients. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Vlingo—send emails, text messages, etc by speaking into the device. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Shazam—helps identify music. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Ambience—sleep well. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
Atomic Web—great browser for the ipad. Both
Skyscape—all the books you have. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
ABC Player—very nice. iPad
WebEx—log into hospital clinic meetings. iPad
Pandora—both
PCalc—reversed polish notation calculator. Does the trick. Both
Redbox—ordered movies from your pad to pick up later that day. iPhone with pixelated iPad.
MultiPong—fun game. iPad.
OmniGraffle—very nice mind map application. Very expensive, but delivers. iPad only.
Games
Lots and lots of them.
Scrabble and skeeball are good fun.
Let me know if you have any questions! I'm half asleep as I write this post, so let me know about inconsistencies.
