Best Medical Encyclopedia Apps

222+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 222+ medical encyclopedia apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Medical Encyclopedia

Medical Dictionary by Farlex#1

Medical Dictionary by Farlex by Farlex, Inc.

Healthcare Terminology
Editor's Choice
🏥 Medical
4.8😊(6.5K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access over 180,000 medical terms with clear definitions, audio pronunciations, and images from authoritative sources. This free app is ideal for healthcare professionals, students, and anyone curious about medical terminology, offering offline access to a vast glossary.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Quick search and lookup
  • 💡 Comprehensive medical terminology coverage
  • 🔍 Detailed and informative definitions

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Occasional connectivity issues
  • 💰 Ads can be intrusive
  • 🔊 Lack of audio pronunciation feature
Skyscape Medical Library#2

Skyscape Medical Library by Skyscape Medpresso Inc

350+ Medical Resources & Tools
Strong Contender
🏥 Medical
4.8😊(2.9K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Access over 350 trusted medical resources, including drug information, clinical calculators, and disease guides. This decision-support tool helps healthcare professionals make informed decisions at the point of care with continuously updated content and powerful search capabilities.

What We Love

  • 👍 Excellent app
  • 🚀 All the books and definitions you need
  • 👍 Best med app
  • 🚀 Nice bundle

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 This app is basically an app to let you know about other apps. There is no real medical information on this app.
  • 🐛 I thought I was getting an actual copy of the handbook Williams Hematology but this seems nothing like that.
  • 🐛 Error while creating account
Merck Manual Professional#3

Merck Manual Professional by Merck & Co Inc

Worth Considering
🏥 Medical
4.8😊(1K ratings)
Free
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This medical reference app offers healthcare practitioners and students clear, practical explanations for thousands of conditions across major medical and surgical specialties. It includes photos, illustrations, instructional videos, drug information, quizzes, and case simulations to stay updated with the latest clinical information.

What We Love

  • 💯 Excellent medical resource
  • 🔍 Comprehensive and up-to-date information
  • 🎓 Valuable for medical professionals and students
  • 🔍 Reliable and trusted source

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and freezes
  • 🔍 Lack of search functionality
  • 🔍 Outdated or missing content

More Medical Encyclopedia apps to explore

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AMBOSS Medical Knowledge
AMBOSS Medical Knowledge
AMBOSS Medical Knowledge
For study & clinical decisions
Free

This app provides quick, reliable answers for medical professionals and students. It offers offline access to clinical information, diagnostic image interpretation, and patient care tools. Prepare for exams with high-yield content and integrate with flashcards for enhanced learning.

Offline clinical knowledge accessDiagnostic image interpretationPatient care tools (flowcharts, checklists, calculators)
🏥 Medical
(13K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Learn Drug, Medical Dictionary
Learn Drug, Medical Dictionary
Learn Drug, Medical Dictionary
Medical - Drug - Disease Terms
Free

Access a comprehensive medical dictionary with definitions for terms, drugs, and diseases. Get detailed information on usage, side effects, symptoms, causes, and treatments. Features include search, bookmarking, sharing, and pronunciation.

Medical term definitionsDrug information (usage, side effects)Disease details (symptoms, treatment)
🏥 Medical
(1.2K)
free with in-app purchases
6
MEDizzy - Medical Exam Prep
MEDizzy - Medical Exam Prep
MEDizzy - Medical Exam Prep
Ace exams with 40,000+ MCQs
Free

Prepare for medical exams with a vast collection of over 40,000 multiple-choice questions and flashcards. Enhance your knowledge, reduce stress, and track your progress with detailed explanations and adaptive learning.

40,000+ MCQs and flashcardsExtensive medical question bankAdaptive learning
🏥 Medical
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
7
MPR Drug and Medical Guide
MPR Drug and Medical Guide
MPR Drug and Medical Guide
MD Medications and Reference
Free

This app provides comprehensive drug information and clinical tools for healthcare professionals. It offers quick access to drug data, calculators, treatment charts, and educational content, all accessible offline.

Drug information referenceMedical calculatorsClinical charts
🏥 Medical
(6K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Complete Anatomy for iPhone
Complete Anatomy for iPhone
Complete Anatomy for iPhone
3D Human Body Atlas & Courses
Free

Explore a detailed 3D human body atlas with interactive models and comprehensive courses. Visualize anatomy with dynamic features like muscle motion and nerve tracing. Ideal for students and professionals seeking in-depth anatomical understanding.

Detailed 3D human anatomy modelsInteractive dissection and customizationExtensive atlas of anatomical illustrations
🏥 Medical
(3.7K)
subscription
9
Medical Dictionary - English
Medical Dictionary - English
Medical Dictionary - English
150,000 medical terms
Free

Access over 150,000 medical definitions, terminology, and abbreviations across all branches of medicine. This free resource offers clear explanations for medical professionals, students, and anyone interested in healthcare terms.

150,000+ medical definitionsExtensive terminology and abbreviationsCovers all branches of medicine
🏥 Medical
(163)
free with in-app purchases
10
قاموس طبي | Medical Dictionary
قاموس طبي | Medical Dictionary
قاموس طبي | Medical Dictionary
by iComet
Free

An offline Arabic and English medical dictionary designed for healthcare professionals, students, and language learners. It offers extensive vocabulary, fast searching, and offline access to definitions and translations, making it a convenient tool for understanding medical terms.

Offline Arabic & English medical dictionaryExtensive vocabulary (117,000+ Arabic, 130,000+ English words)Fast search capability
📚 Education
(663)
free with in-app purchases
11
Medical Findings
Medical Findings
Medical Findings
Master Medical Terminology
Free

Master medical terminology with this game-based learning app. It offers flashcards, quizzes, and word games covering prefixes, roots, diseases, and more. Offline access to notes and pronunciation guides enhances study sessions.

Game-based learningFlashcards and quizzesOffline notes and pronunciation
🏥 Medical
(1.6K)
free with in-app purchases
12
WikiMed
WikiMed
WikiMed
The best medical encyclopedia!
Free

Access a vast collection of over 51,000 medical articles covering diseases, medications, anatomy, and sanitation. This comprehensive resource is ideal for healthcare professionals and students, offering offline access to vital health information.

51,000+ medical articlesCovers diseases, medications, anatomy, sanitationOffline access
🔍 Reference
(98)
free
13
Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon
Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon
Simply Sayin' Medical Jargon
Family-friendly medical terms
Free

This app simplifies complex medical terms for children and families using visuals, sounds, and a glossary. It helps healthcare providers explain procedures and conditions in a child-friendly manner, promoting better understanding and coping during medical experiences.

Alphabetized glossary of medical termsIllustrations and photographsAnatomical images for drawing
🏥 Medical
(19)
free
14
Dr.Oracle AI Medical Assistant
Dr.Oracle AI Medical Assistant
Dr.Oracle AI Medical Assistant
Medical Guidelines & Research
Free

This AI-powered medical assistant provides evidence-based answers to clinical questions, citing official guidelines, research, and case reports. It's designed to support medical professionals and students with up-to-date information and analysis.

Evidence-based medical answersCited from official guidelines and researchContinuously updated information
📚 Education
(979)
free with in-app purchases
15
Medical Terms in Spanish
Medical Terms in Spanish
Medical Terms in Spanish
Medical terms EN-ES offline.
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
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Taber's Medical Dictionary
Taber's Medical Dictionary
Taber's Medical Dictionary
75,000 Terms, Images, Video...
Free

Access a comprehensive medical dictionary with over 75,000 terms, definitions, images, and audio pronunciations. This resource is designed for health professionals, offering quick access to critical medical information, including nutrition, abbreviations, and immunization schedules.

75,000+ in-depth definitions1,300+ high-quality images130+ videos
🏥 Medical
(1.1K)
free with in-app purchases
17
MyID – Medical ID Profile
MyID – Medical ID Profile
MyID – Medical ID Profile
by MyID, LLC
Free

This app allows you to store and manage your complete medical profile, including emergency contacts, conditions, medications, and more. It offers features like QR wallpaper integration and Apple Health compatibility. Optional premium features are available through a subscription.

Store comprehensive medical profileEmergency contacts and vital conditionsMedical images and lab results
💪 Health & Fitness
(5K)
freemium
18
mybyram Order Medical Supplies
mybyram Order Medical Supplies
mybyram Order Medical Supplies
Easily Manage Your Account!
Free

Manage your healthcare account securely and conveniently. Reorder medical supplies, track shipments, and access account statements. Securely make payments and update your information.

Reorder medical suppliesTrack order statusBrowse and add products
🏥 Medical
(38K)
free
19
Galileo: Medical Care
Galileo: Medical Care
Galileo: Medical Care
24/7 Medical Care
Free

Access high-quality virtual healthcare anytime, anywhere. Book same-day appointments with real doctors for primary, urgent, or specialty care. Get prescriptions and manage chronic conditions without insurance or surprise fees.

24/7 virtual doctor appointmentsSame/next-day appointment bookingPrescription refills and management
🏥 Medical
(1.8K)
free with in-app purchases
20
Medical Terminology Dictionary
Medical Terminology Dictionary
Medical Terminology Dictionary
Learn about Medical Terms
Free

Access a vast database of medical terms and diseases with clear, concise definitions. This free app is designed to educate patients, caregivers, and professionals on complex medical language. It includes a glossary and common/uncommon terms to enhance understanding.

Extensive database of medical terms and diseasesConcise definitions and short descriptionsGlossary for easy reference
🏥 Medical
(1)
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