Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Electronic Health Records (EHRs) capture, exchange, and analyze patient data across tactical, forward, and fixed medical environments. Military EHRs must support offline operation, secure cross-domain transfer, clinical decision support for polytrauma and TBI, and integration with wearables and biosensors to preserve continuity of care amid delayed evacuation and prolonged field care.

Technical Challenges

  • Interoperability across DoD, VA, civilian systems and coalition partners due to varied standards and classified networks.

  • Limited bandwidth, intermittent connectivity, and need for reliable offline-first functionality in austere and prolonged-field-care conditions.

  • Data security, cross-domain transfer, and auditability under COMSEC/INFOSEC constraints while enabling rapid clinical access.

  • Clinical decision support that is context-aware for polytrauma, hemorrhage control, TBI, and prolonged resuscitation scenarios.

Emerging Opportunities

  • Robust, low-latency synchronization that preserves complete clinical provenance during delayed evacuation.

  • Proven AI/ML models validated for military trauma and infectious disease use-cases with transparent explainability.

  • Lightweight, certified EHR clients optimized for rugged mobile devices and constrained power environments.

  • Standardized ontologies and mapping (SNOMED CT, LOINC, FHIR profiles) tailored to battlefield documentation and medevac workflows.

Current and Emerging Technologies in Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Standards & Interoperability (FHIR, HL7, DICOM)

Open standards such as HL7 FHIR, DICOM and standardized terminologies (SNOMED CT, LOINC) enable data exchange between tactical systems, hospitals, and public health repositories.

Edge Computing & Offline-First Architectures

Local processing on ruggedized devices and field servers supports decision support, image interpretation, and synchronization when network connectivity is intermittent.

Cloud & Cross-Domain Synchronization

Hybrid cloud strategies combine secure DoD enclaves with civilian cloud services for analytics, long-term storage, and population health while preserving classified boundaries.

AI/ML Clinical Decision Support

Machine learning for hemorrhage detection, triage prioritization, infection risk (AMR), and neurologic deterioration augments clinicians, but requires rigorous validation in battlefield-relevant cohorts.

Wearable & Biosensor Integration

Continuous physiologic streams (HR, SpO2, respiration, biosensor biomarkers) feed EHRs to enable early detection of deterioration and to support prolonged monitoring.

Importance to Military Medicine

Continuity of Care in Combat and Prolonged Field Care

Accurate, portable records preserve interventions, medications, blood products, and timelines crucial for Trauma/Combat Casualty Care and delayed evacuation.

Decision Support for Time-Critical Conditions

Embedded protocols and alerts for hemorrhage control, resuscitation thresholds, and neuro-monitoring improve outcomes in polytrauma and TBI.

Force Readiness and Public Health

Aggregated EHR data supports surveillance, vaccine and infectious disease response, and readiness metrics across units and theaters.

Alignment with the MTEC Mission

Supports MTEC mission to accelerate translation of medical technologies by enabling field-ready digital infrastructure that bridges research, clinical validation, and operational deployment.

Facilitates dual-use impact by delivering solutions with civilian hospital, EMS, and public health utility while meeting DoD security and interoperability requirements.

Enables multidisciplinary consortia work — combining trauma surgeons, informaticians, engineers, and industry partners to validate and scale technologies.

Dual-Use (Military + Civilian) Applications

Dual-use systems support civilian mass-casualty response, EMS interoperability, and hospital surge capacity while addressing military-specific needs like medevac and constrained communications.

Shared standards and validated algorithms accelerate transition from DoD-funded pilots to FDA-cleared clinical products with broad public health benefit.

Civilian sectors gain ruggedized, offline-capable EHR capabilities for disaster medicine, rural care, and resource-limited environments.

Explore MTEC Members with Electronic Health Records (EHRs) Capabilities

MTEC members bring clinical depth, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and regulatory expertise to build, test, and accelerate field-deployable EHR solutions. Explore member profiles to identify partners with experience in tactical medicine, interoperability engineering, and AI validation.

33 Members with Electronic Health Records (EHRs) capabilities.

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National Foundation for Integrative Medicine

The National Foundation for Integrative Medicine (NFIM) is dedicated to transforming healthcare through innovative solutions and technologies. With a mission to shorten the technology transition cycle and improve health outcomes, NFIM focuses on patient care innovation and supports various populations, including veterans and clinicians, in accessing safer and more effective healthcare options.

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Vocxi Health

Vocxi Health is a diagnostic start-up focused on early disease detection through its innovative MyBreathPrint® system. This noninvasive technology allows for immediate health assessments by analyzing volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in a patient's breath, aiming to revolutionize patient care and improve health outcomes.

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The University of Chicago

The University of Chicago is a prestigious urban research university committed to rigorous inquiry and intellectual freedom. Founded in 1890, it has produced numerous Nobel laureates and is known for its transformative education and groundbreaking research across various fields. The university fosters an inclusive and diverse learning environment, encouraging participation from all community members.

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PinMed, Inc.

PinMed, Inc., is a National Innovation Award-winning bioinformatics/medical-device company that develops high-fidelity cardiovascular monitoring systems, personalized (adaptive) software, and integrated systems and custom solutions for tracking cardiovascular data in the most challenging environments (e.g., intensive activity, extreme electromagnetic interference, and interventional cardiovascular procedures) and identifying subtle but clinically important indicators of cardiovascular events. PinMed’s award-winning solutions include versatile, multisensor, high-fidelity monitoring systems for various hospital and ambulatory settings. The company has extensive experience in electronic and mechanical engineering, development of software and firmware for various processors, computational modeling, and cardiovascular physiology. PinMed’s flagship mobile platform, PELEX, provides unparalleled versatility in physiological monitoring and has been cleared by the FDA for diagnostic 12-lead ECG testing and various types of ambulatory monitoring.

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DLH Holdings Corp.

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. With over 3,200 employees, DLH is committed to solving complex problems faced by civilian and military customers, leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies to enhance health outcomes and operational readiness.

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Simbex

Simbex is a leading partner in medical device and consumer health product design and development, recognized for transforming complex ideas into commercially successful solutions. With a multidisciplinary team, Simbex excels in engineering, product design, software, data analytics, and commercialization strategy, supporting innovators from concept to market. Their mission is to deliver impactful medical devices and consumer health products that improve health outcomes and quality of life. Simbex is known for its holistic approach, deep regulatory expertise, and commitment to innovation and excellence in the health technology sector. The company is also active in thought leadership, regularly publishing regulatory and reimbursement updates, and hosting educational webinars for the MedTech community. Simbex maintains a robust Quality Management System compliant with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820, ensuring high standards in product development. The company is also committed to supporting diversity in MedTech, including initiatives for women in the sector. Simbex's leadership and advisory team bring decades of experience in biomedical engineering, commercialization, regulatory affairs, and technology innovation, further strengthening its position as a trusted partner in the MedTech ecosystem.

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Ejenta

Ejenta is dedicated to enhancing healthcare through intelligent agents that leverage AI technology, originally developed for NASA. Their mission is to provide connected care solutions that improve health outcomes by utilizing data from sensors and IoT devices to monitor and support users in real-time.

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Martin, Blanck & Associates, LLC

Martin, Blanck & Associates, LLC (MBA) is a healthcare consulting firm based in Alexandria, Virginia, founded in 1998 by Dr. Edward Martin and Mr. Alfred Giambone. The firm specializes in providing critical assistance to private sector clients, nonprofits, associations, and universities focused on federal healthcare delivery systems, public health programs, and government contracting. With over two dozen senior executive partners and more than 500 years of combined healthcare experience, MBA offers expertise in healthcare policy, program development, executive management, strategic planning, informatics, medical countermeasures, public health strategies, and emerging infectious diseases. The firm is committed to professionalism, ethical service, and delivering results for clients in both the public and private sectors.

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Policy Wisdom, LLC

Policy Wisdom, LLC is a global public health policy consulting firm founded in 2010, dedicated to delivering evidence-based solutions that positively impact public health worldwide. With a mission to be a benchmark of excellence in health policy, Policy Wisdom partners with governments, NGOs, pharmaceutical companies, and advocacy groups in over 150 countries. The company leverages a 100% virtual business model and a diverse, expert team to provide innovative methodologies and client-centered strategies. Their work spans policy strategy development, capacity building, evidence generation, and the creation of educational resources, all aimed at measurable improvements in health systems and equitable health outcomes. Policy Wisdom is recognized for its leadership in decolonizing global health, advancing precision medicine, and shaping policies that address both emerging and persistent public health challenges across the globe.

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Accenture

Accenture is a global professional services company with extensive capabilities in strategy and consulting, digital transformation, technology, and operations. The company aims to drive innovation and efficiency across various industries, helping clients navigate complex challenges and seize opportunities in a rapidly changing environment. Accenture is committed to creating positive change around the world and ensuring responsible business leadership for its people, clients, and communities. The company emphasizes continuous learning, responsible AI practices, and a culture of belonging and diversity.

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Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is the largest integrated, not-for-profit medical group practice in the world, dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. With a history of innovation spanning nearly 150 years, Mayo Clinic is committed to transforming healthcare through research, education, and compassionate care, ensuring that the best possible treatment is available to everyone.

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Alira Health

Alira Health is a global consulting and clinical services company that aims to humanize healthcare and life sciences through innovative technologies and expert guidance. They focus on improving patient outcomes by integrating patient voices into the development of treatments and enhancing care quality across the healthcare ecosystem.

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University City Science Center

The University City Science Center (the Science Center) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Philadelphia, PA. The Science Center catalyzes innovation to maintain the technological superiority of the American military and the strength of the American economy. The Science Center’s core activities include programming to support and train entrepreneurs, commercialize dual use technologies, expand available capital for high growth firms, and cultivate the domestic STEM talent pipeline. We empower early-stage companies to secure and manage federal funding through specialized assistance. By leveraging our government relationships, providing comprehensive proposal development, and deploying sophisticated award management, the Science Center streamlines the process for startups in accessing federal funding. By ensuring that American scientific and technological innovations are rapidly advanced and integrated into defense and dual-use applications, the Science Center strengthens the US industrial base, enhances military readiness, and safeguards national security interests. This lab-to-market pipeline is critical to maintaining technological overmatch, securing supply chain resilience, and reinforcing biosecurity infrastructure. The Science Center’s innovation acceleration initiatives can directly contribute to the Department of Defense’s modernization priorities by reducing reliance on foreign technologies, fostering high-growth industries in critical technology areas, and ensuring that STEM advancements serve as strategic assets to protect and advance US interests. Since its founding, the Science Center’s commercialization and small business programming efforts have supported more than 700 companies, leading to 29,100 jobs with an average salary of $105,000 and $7.6 billion in annual economic impact in Greater Philadelphia. Through its commercialization programs, the Science Center has supported a range of mission-critical innovations that align with DoD priorities, including warfighter readiness, medical technology advancement, and operational resilience.

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Global Coalition for Adaptive Research

The Global Coalition for Adaptive Research (GCAR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the discovery and development of treatments for patients with rare and deadly diseases through innovative clinical trials, including master protocols and adaptive platform trials.

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KardioGenics

KardioGenics is dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery through innovative technology, providing hospital-grade data anytime and anywhere with a focus on patient-centered care. Their solutions aim to eliminate geographical barriers in healthcare, ensuring timely access to critical cardiovascular data and enhancing the continuum of care through advanced AI-driven insights.

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University of Kentucky

The Office of Sponsored Projects Administration (OSPA) at the University of Kentucky is dedicated to transforming tomorrow by streamlining grants and contracts. OSPA provides essential services to faculty and staff, including assistance with proposal preparation, award negotiation, and compliance with sponsor policies.

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