Dr. Passport (Personal) 1.1.8

Dr. Passport® is a multilingual tool designed to facilitate communication between travelers and medical professionals when abroad, enabling users to convey symptoms accurately in various languages.

Intended Users:

• Tourists
• Business travelers
• Expats and their families
• Individuals working overseas
• Exchange students
• Medical professionals seeking a communication aid
• Supervisors of foreign visitors

Key Features:

• Provides essential assistance in medical situations encountered abroad by integrating symptom translation, personal medical, and contact information alongside conversation tools.
• Supports 13 languages: English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Portuguese, Thai, Indonesian, Vietnamese, and Malay.
• Operates without requiring an internet connection when downloaded in advance, reducing reliance on data plans and Wi-Fi hotspots; note that external website links and email functions do require connectivity.
• Enables immediate translation and display of stored data. Inputted information in the native language is translated instantly into the selected target language with side-by-side presentation; the target language can be changed easily at any time.
• Provides the capability to email translated data directly to medical facilities or personal contacts for printing or record-keeping.
• Allows users to select from over 2000 symptoms by choosing affected body areas and relevant descriptions. For non-specific symptoms like fatigue or nausea, general options are available. Users can record symptom onset and progression details for precise communication.
• Saves and translates comprehensive personal medical information—including basic data such as height, weight, blood pressure, as well as details like allergies, medical history, medications, vaccination status, and lifestyle habits—facilitating accurate exchange with healthcare providers.
• Includes a phrasebook featuring common phrases for patient-provider interactions and other practical scenarios such as pharmacy visits or hotel assistance—useful for less urgent communication needs.
• The app supports multiple profiles, allowing users to store information for various individuals. This feature is particularly beneficial for travelers with families or groups who may not all have access to devices.