# Buku Medicine

> Concise medical information app for clinicians, improving patient care and workload. (iPhone/iPad app by Buku Tech Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buku-medicine/id1249002748 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Buku Tech Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249002747)
- Category: Medical, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 8 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-03-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buku-medicine/id1249002748/reviews.md

## What is Buku Medicine?

Buku Medicine is a medical education App that leads to meaningful improvements in patient care and clinician workload by delivering free, concise and clinically relevant information at your fingertips. Our achievements so far;
Over 46,000 active users
Endorsement of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Endorsement of the British Society for Haematology for our haematology content
The App installed on clinician devices at Northumbria and Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trusts
Finalists in RCP and RCPath awards
Buku Medicine gives information or answers about the most common queries posed to eight medical specialties and has been prepared by specialists in those areas, and then reviewed by other specialists and GPs to ensure it is as concise and relevant as possible. It is for all grades of generalist and specialist doctors, specialist nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists and more, and has links to key references and guidelines.


'Buku' is the Chewa word for book or reference. Chichewa is spoken in Malawi where we have links from voluntary projects.


Data collected from users shows that it can prevent a call to haematology completely for 21% of clinical queries, and start further investigations to expedite care for up to 60% more. See our website for testimonials of how it has helped users.


The information included is concise to make it easy to use, and further reading should be undertaken to gain a full understanding of the topics covered.


The App also contains an option to subscribe to Buku Plus to understand more about the diseases cared for in haematology. We can help you tell MDS from MPN, and lymphoma from LPD using written descriptions, images and videos.


Disclaimer: This app has been prepared by Buku Medicine Limited to provide guidance and assistance to healthcare practitioners but does not constitute medical advice. Its content is general in nature, may not reflect all recent clinical developments and guidelines
 and may not apply to the specific facts or circumstances of a particular case and should therefore be used in conjunction with clinical judgement and local medical specialist advice if required.  While this app does provide accurate and useful information,
 Buku Medicine Limited makes no warranty, express or implied, with regard to the accuracy, omissions and usefulness of the information the app contains.  Buku Medicine Limited does not accept any responsibility in contract, tort (including negligence), breach
 of statutory duty or otherwise arising under or connection with this note for (i) use of this app or (ii) any action taken as a result of the information provided in it or (iii) subsequent damages resulting from the use of the information provided. Nothing
 in this disclaimer notice limits any liability which cannot legally be limited.


Governance - Our content is written by registrars and consultants in their respective fields. Modules are reviewed every 24 months. Content is general information as would be expected knowledge of a registrar in the specialty. 

@bukumedicine, @bukuhaematology, @bukurenal, @bukuendo

info@bukumedicine.co.uk

## Key features

- Clinically relevant medical information
- Covers eight medical specialties
- Concise and easy-to-use format
- Links to key references and guidelines
- Information for generalist and specialist doctors
- Includes written descriptions, images, and videos for specific topics

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buku Plus | $10.99 | per month |
| Buku Plus Annual Subscription | $5.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/buku-medicine/id1249002748/reviews.md

### 5/5 — fantastic

*2025-12-01, version 3.12*

foundation trainee here. i will recommend this app to all of my colleagues - thank you for your hard work putting this together

### 5/5 — Fantastic app which I frequently refer to in my work as a GP- very highly recommended!

*2025-02-14, version 3.9*

Buku is a great resource and saves me loads of time, helping me to decide whether slightly high or low lab reports are clinically significant and what the next steps should be if so. Can’t recommend more highly!

### 5/5 — Great app, very useful

*2022-04-13, version 2.1*

Was first introduced to the app at the junior doctors teaching session, been using it since. Great content, relevant, concise information. Handy for reference and for learning. Would definitely recommend this! Thanks to the app developers and content creators!

### 5/5 — Amazing resource thank you

*2022-01-26, version 2.1*

thanks!!

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2021-10-03, version 2.1*

Has helped me out in several situations and given me the confidence to continue to safely manage a patient’s condition

### 5/5 — So helpful, clear and concise

*2021-06-21, version 2.0*

As a GP I use this app at least once a week when interpreting blood results or considering further investigations. It’s so helpful having this advice in my pocket and has prevented me from calling hospital specialists for advice on multiple occasions

### 5/5 — Amazing!

*2021-06-21, version 2.0*

I use this everyday and it is so useful! I make sure everyone I am working with has it as it’s so good! Thank you!!!

### 5/5 — Fantastic app

*2021-06-17, version 2.0*

This is an incredibly useful app which I use all the time in practice as a GP. Highly recommend!

### 5/5 — Simple and brilliant

*2021-06-16, version 2.0*

So easy to access when you’re in the middle of a busy clinical day. I’m a GP and I use this when going through all the blood results and you get to a slightly high or low random one and think ‘is this really significant or not?!’ , the app helps me to think through this decision swiftly.

### 5/5 — Can’t recommend enough!

*2021-01-18, version 2.0*

This is a fantastic app. 

I use this daily in work to be quite honest. As a biomedical scientist in haematology, my work I no loves investigating reference ranges and ensuring I refer what needs referred and authorise results that can be let go. This app really helps me to brush up on the clinical side of things and understand why my results may be as they are for a particular patient. Fantastic work from a great team. Worth a follow on Twitter also!

## Frequently asked questions about Buku Medicine

### What is Buku Medicine?

Buku Medicine is a medical education app designed to provide healthcare professionals with free, concise, and clinically relevant information. It aims to improve patient care and reduce clinician workload by offering quick answers to common medical queries across eight specialties.

### Who is Buku Medicine for?

Buku Medicine is intended for all grades of generalist and specialist doctors, specialist nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, and other healthcare practitioners seeking quick access to medical information.

### What kind of information does Buku Medicine provide?

Buku Medicine offers information and answers for the most common queries posed to eight medical specialties. The content is prepared by specialists and reviewed by other specialists and GPs to ensure conciseness and relevance, with links to key references and guidelines.

### Can Buku Medicine help reduce clinician workload?

Yes, data collected from users indicates that Buku Medicine can prevent a call to hematology completely for 21% of clinical queries and expedite care for up to 60% more by starting further investigations.

### Does Buku Medicine have a subscription option?

Yes, Buku Medicine offers a subscription to Buku Plus, which provides more in-depth information about diseases cared for in hematology, including written descriptions, images, and videos. Subscription plans include an annual option for $5.99/P1Y and a monthly option for $10.99/P1M.

### How often is the content in Buku Medicine updated?

The content in Buku Medicine is reviewed every 24 months by registrars and consultants in their respective fields to ensure it remains relevant and up-to-date.

### What devices is Buku Medicine available on?

Buku Medicine is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, as indicated by its supported devices list.

### Is Buku Medicine free to use?

The core Buku Medicine app is free to download and use, providing access to essential medical information. An optional subscription, Buku Plus, is available for more advanced content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.12 — 2025-07-30

Added a banner if you are viewing generic content while a trust is selected.

### 3.11 — 2025-06-11

Added logos to trusts.

### 3.10 — 2025-06-11

Added banners to specialities.

### 3.9 — 2025-01-13

Added guideline integration for specific trusts.

### 3.7 — 2024-05-17

Added sections to themes.

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