Die Techniker
TK-Safe / Electronic Health Record
Germany's first electronic health record (ePA) integrated into a health insurance app, enabling 2 million+ users of Die Techniker to manage their medical documents, prescriptions, and health data digitally.
The Challenge
Die Techniker, Germany's largest public health insurance provider, needed to build a pioneering electronic health record (ePA) solution compliant with the Gematik telematics infrastructure. The project required integrating complex healthcare data standards (FHIR/HL7) into a consumer-friendly mobile experience while meeting stringent German healthcare data protection requirements and the technical specifications mandated by Gematik.
The Approach
Developed core iOS components for the TK-Safe electronic health record within a large cross-functional team. Implemented FHIR-compliant data models and integrated the Gematik SDK for secure communication with the telematics infrastructure. Built intuitive interfaces for document management, prescription tracking, and health data visualization using UIKit, ensuring accessibility and ease of use for a diverse user base.
Tech Stack
Impact & Results
Contributed to the successful launch of Germany's first fully integrated electronic health record within a health insurance app, reaching over 2 million users. The solution set industry standards for digital health record management in the German healthcare system and positioned Die Techniker as a digital innovation leader among public health insurers.
My Role
Senior iOS Engineer in a team of 27, responsible for implementing FHIR-based health record features, integrating the Gematik telematics SDK, and building secure, user-friendly interfaces for managing sensitive health data.
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