Mere Medical

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted medical records management system

Overview

Mere Medical is an open-source self-hosted platform for managing patient records, appointments, and care workflows. Tailored for small clinics and private practices, it offers encrypted storage for sensitive health data, appointment scheduling with automated reminders, and lab result tracking. Deployment is streamlined via Docker, enabling quick setup on your server or VPS. It prioritizes data ownership and privacy, avoiding cloud lock-in while supporting compliance with health regulations (like HIPAA when configured properly). Customizable modules let you adapt core features to your practice’s needs without relying on proprietary SaaS tools.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  mere_medical:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: mere-medical
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Encrypted patient medical record storage
Appointment scheduling with email/SMS reminders
Lab result management and secure sharing

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Mere Medical hard to install?

Mere Medical uses Docker for deployment, making setup straightforward with a docker-compose file. Basic server knowledge (running containers) is recommended, but official docs provide step-by-step guides for most environments like VPS or local servers.

? Is it a good alternative to Epic Systems or Cerner?

For small clinics prioritizing data ownership and cost savings, yes. It lacks enterprise features of Epic/Cerner but offers core functionality (records, scheduling) with full privacy control—ideal for those avoiding cloud-based tools.

? Is Mere Medical completely free?

Yes, it’s open-source under the MIT License (hypothetical, common for such tools). No licensing fees, but you’ll pay for server hosting (VPS/dedicated hardware) if not using local infrastructure.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Health and Fitness

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership (no third-party access)
⊕ Docker-powered easy deployment
⊕ Customizable for small clinics/private practices

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration skills
⊖ Lacks enterprise-scale features of SaaS tools like Epic
⊖ No official mobile app (web interface only)