EMPOWERING PATIENTS WITH A DIABETIC RETINOPATHY TRACKING APP
Learn how DBB Software collaborated with RetinaRisk to develop a mobile application that helps patients track their diabetic retinopathy risk, receive tailored screening recommendations, and gain insights into their condition.
Industry
Healthcare & Biotech
Service
Mobile App Development
Team
1 Mobile Developer, 1 BE Developer (DevOps)
Project State
August 2019 - December 2020
Country
Iceland
About the Client
RetinaRisk, an EU-based health technology company, is dedicated to preventing vision loss caused by diabetic retinopathy—a leading cause of blindness among diabetic patients. Their innovative approach combines clinical expertise with technology to provide personalized risk assessments and empower patients to manage their eye health proactively.
THE CLIENT'S INITIAL REQUEST
Doctify engaged DBB Software to revamp and scale its platform into a global healthcare review powerhouse, with a focus on developing sophisticated research algorithms to power its functionality. Their key goals included:
Risk Tracking
Enable patients to monitor their diabetic retinopathy risk based on personal health data.
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Personalized Screening Recommendations
Provide tailored suggestions for eye screening frequency based on individual risk profiles.
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Condition Education
Offer clear, accessible information to improve patients’ understanding of diabetic retinopathy and its management.
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User Empowerment
Design an intuitive interface to encourage proactive health management and engagement.
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SOLUTIONS WE DELIVERED
The educational provider sought DBB Software’s expertise to overhaul their outdated CMS, addressing key operational challenges:
Risk Tracking Module
Developed an algorithm-driven feature that calculates and tracks diabetic retinopathy risk using patient inputs like blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and diabetes duration, providing real-time updates on risk status.
Personalized Screening Recommendations
Integrated a recommendation engine that analyzes user data against clinical guidelines, delivering customized screening schedules (e.g., “Next screening in 6 months”) to optimize eye care timing.
Educational Content Hub
Created an in-app library with digestible content—videos, articles, and infographics—explaining diabetic retinopathy, its progression, and preventive measures, enhancing patient awareness and understanding.
User-Friendly Interface
Designed a cross-platform app (iOS and Android) with Flutter, featuring an intuitive dashboard, interactive charts, and push notifications to keep patients engaged and informed about their condition.
RESULTS ACHIEVED
Improved Health State Assessment
AI-powered analysis of retina images enables millions of users to accurately assess their health and identify the risk of diabetic retinopathy development.
Personalized Recommendations
The app provides users with personalized recommendations and screening scheduling assistance.
Higher User Engagement
Users are more engaged with the app through personalized features and continuously updated information on their condition.
