# HydroAssist — Hydrocephalus Medical Asst.

> Medical history and symptom tracker for hydrocephalus patients. (iPhone/iPad app by Hydrocephalus Association.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydroassist/id990362117 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hydrocephalus Association](https://appshunter.io/developer/990362116)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.10/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-10-15
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydroassist/id990362117/reviews.md

## What is HydroAssist?

HydroAssist® is the first mobile app that allows you to take your entire hydrocephalus medical treatment history and symptom diary with you to access when needed. Created by medical professionals and an award-winning app developer, HydroAssist is the easiest way to track your surgeries, shunt settings, imaging scans, and symptoms over time.

The app also stores a list of contacts, should medical personnel need to reach a family member, friend, or physician if you are unable. To get started, download our app for free and visit https://www.hydroassoc.org/hydroassist/ to get started.
 
Key features:
- Easily enter your hydrocephalus treatments
- Updated list of new shunt valves and other devices
- Capture MRI and CT scans for quick reference
- Track hydrocephalus symptoms over time 
- Export treatment summaries with images and share via text, email, etc.
- Export symptom entries and share via text, email, etc.
- Find a local physician based on your location
- Authorize loved ones to view your information 
- Enter important contact info for doctors and family members

## Key features

- Track surgeries and shunt settings
- Log symptom history
- Store imaging scans (MRI/CT)
- Manage important contacts
- Export and share medical summaries
- Find local physicians
- Authorize loved ones for access

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hydroassist/id990362117/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Grateful for this app!

*2025-03-13*

This app is a wonderful way to keep all hydrocephalus and shunt related info in one spot. So very valuable and helpful when you need it most!

### 5/5 — Nice to track symptoms

*2025-03-06*

My daughter and I love that I can help support her in managing her care as an authorized user with edit rights. She also loves that she can track her symptoms when she’s not feeling well and send the report to her neurologist and neurosurgeon. So great to have her treatment history with us wherever we go.

### 5/5 — HydroAssist

*2025-03-04*

As a mom to two kids with hydrocephalus, I can't express how much the HydroAssist app has made the oftentimes complicated life of living with hydrocephalus easier to keep up with. I used to keep track of symptoms, shunt settings, etc. in a notebook. Now, everything is organized and accessible digitally, making it so much easier to stay on top of their health.

One of the features I love the most is that my kids can take control of their own information. They can share access with my husband and me, which really empowers them to be involved in their own care. It’s been a game changer for our family, and I highly recommend it to any parents navigating life with hydrocephalus!

### 5/5 — Lifelong neuro patient

*2025-03-02*

I have hydrocephalus and epilepsy, and have found HydroAssist very helpful to digitally incorporate my neurosurgical and neurological medical records in order to help outside medical facilities, family members and close friends to assist me with managing my neurological health. I am looking forward to the integration of Electronic Medical Record companies with HydroAssist in the future.

### 5/5 — An Essential App

*2025-02-27*

I love HydroAssist. It is exceptionally easy to navigate, and an essential app to have if you or a loved one have hydrocephalus. It can store so much important information for future doctors’ visits, and is there whenever you need it!

### 5/5 — A must for hydrocephalus management

*2025-02-26*

I consider the HydroAssist app a must have for anyone dealing with hydrocephalus. I recently was able to use the app in an emergency situation to show the doc my latest CT scan, shunt information, and setting which helped me get appropriate care.  It is helpful having my hydro information organized and so readily available.

### 5/5 — Much needed organizer!

*2025-02-26*

This app is a great organizer for all treatments, imaging, symptoms and more right at your fingertips!  It is very intuitive & convenient.

### 5/5 — Everyone living with Hydrocephalus should have this!

*2025-02-26*

We are so grateful for this app as we love to travel and our son has moved several times for college and away from his neurosurgeon. The HydroAssist is an easy must have in case of an emergency shunt failure while out of town and just overall communication between patient, parent and physician. Highly recommend!

### 5/5 — Key companion app for Hydrocephalus

*2025-02-26*

HydroAssist has made travel so much easier, and gives me confidence tracking symptoms and meeting with doctors.

We use HydroAssist to keep track of our son’s headaches and other hydrocephalus related symptoms and experiences. It’s already helped us figure out when we need to change his shunt setting.

We used to travel with a big binder full of information about our son’s shunt, including various imagery, symptom history, And setting. Now we have it in our pocket.

I highly recommend this app for any patient or parent living with hydrocephalus.

### 1/5 — 👎

*2024-07-17*

The app won’t allow me to put relationship status to patient so I can’t progress in the app. Terrible update!

Update-It’s working now…thank you!

**Developer response:** Anita, it should be good to go! Please try again. If you have any further issues, please don't hesitate to email us at hydroassist@hydroassoc.org. We're here to help!

## Frequently asked questions about HydroAssist

### What is HydroAssist?

HydroAssist is a free medical app designed to help individuals with hydrocephalus track their treatment history, shunt settings, and symptoms. It was created by medical professionals and an award-winning developer.

### Is HydroAssist free to use?

Yes, HydroAssist is completely free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with the app.

### Does HydroAssist have ads?

No, HydroAssist is ad-free. Users can manage their medical information without any advertisements interrupting their experience.

### What devices does HydroAssist support?

HydroAssist is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to be accessible on Apple's mobile operating system.

### How often is HydroAssist updated?

The app was last updated on July 4, 2024, with version 6.0.1. This indicates a commitment to ongoing maintenance and potential feature enhancements.

### Can I share my medical information from HydroAssist?

Yes, HydroAssist allows you to export treatment summaries and symptom entries, which can then be shared via text or email. This feature is crucial for communicating with healthcare providers.

### What is the age rating for HydroAssist?

HydroAssist has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including children and adults managing hydrocephalus.

### Can I authorize others to view my HydroAssist data?

Yes, HydroAssist enables you to authorize loved ones to view your medical information. This can be helpful for caregivers or family members who assist with your care.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 7.0.0 — 2026-08-31

- Security updates
- Minor visual changes to support platform and other necessary updates

### 6.0.1 — 2024-07-04

Release notes:
- Multiple patients.
- Set permission for authorized users.
- Change the email primary user.
- Change the contact section.
- Upload avatar.
- Treatment updating.

### 6.0.0 — 2024-07-03

Release notes:
- Multiple patients.
- Set permission for authorized users.
- Change the email primary user.
- Change the contact section.
- Upload avatar.
- Treatment updating.

### 5.0.2 — 2023-10-02

Enjoy the new Document library and Manufacturers searching feature

### 5.0.1 — 2023-05-17

- Country-related changes
- Symptom Diary changes.
- Force update users

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