How do I install and authenticate the DynaMed app on my mobile device?

For information on how to use the app after you've installed it, please see: Using the DynaMed app - FAQs.

Q. Where can I download the DynaMed app for my device?

Current Versions:

• DynaMed for iOS: 4.1
• DynaMed for Android: 4.1

Q. What are the mobile device requirements for the DynaMed app?

The DynaMed App for Apple iOS devices requires:

• Any iPhone® or iPad® or iPod touch® running iOS 15.0 or higher
• Requires at least 899 MB of memory for the Full Install (full images downloaded)
  -OR-
  Requires at least 670.8 MB of memory for the Partial Install (full images access via internet connection)
  -OR-
  Requires at least 93.5 MB of memory for the Online Only Install. (all content and images accessible via internet connection.)

The DynaMed App for Android devices requires:

• Any Android device running Android 5.0 or higher
• Requires at least 899 MB of memory for the Full Install (full images downloaded)
  -OR-
  Requires at least 671 MB of memory for the Partial Install (full images access via internet connection)
  -OR-
  Requires at least 94 MB of memory for the Online Only Install. (all content and images accessible via internet connection.)

Q. How do I download and authenticate the app on my device?

Begin by downloading the DynaMed app from the iTunes or Google Play app store. 

Sign in to your Personal User Account in the Dynamed Database.

Tap Sign In and enter your personal user account credentials. Then tap the Sign In button.

• This authentication type provides access personalized features including CME/CE/CPD tracking and favorite/recent topics.

• Don’t have a Personal Account? Create one by accessing DynaMed in the A-Z Databases list and then selecting the Sign In link in the top right-hand corner of the screen.

Once successfully logged in, the app is designed to stay logged in indefinitely. This works by checking your account behind the scenes every 24 hours to make sure your subscription is still in good standing. If you experience problems staying logged in, please submit Feedback in the app describing the problem and be sure to include your email address where prompted so that we can contact you.

After you log in, you are prompted to install via one of the following options:

• Online Only: Use the app only while connected to the internet.

• Partial Install: Store text and image thumbnails on your device. Full images are available when you are connected to the internet. This option helps you save space on your device.

• Full Install: Store all DynaMed content on your device. You do not need to be connected to the internet to access content on the app.

Note: It is recommended that you are on a Wi-Fi connection for the initial download of DynaMed content as well as when updates become available.

After choosing an installation option, you can use the app online while the content is downloaded to your device. You are notified when your download is complete, and the app can be used while offline.

Q. Can I install the DynaMed app on multiple devices?

Yes. Your Personal Account credentials can authenticate the DynaMed app on up to three separate devices.

Q. Can I use the DynaMed app offline?

After installing the app and downloading the partial or full install of DynaMed content, the app can be used offline without a wireless signal. Full images are not available with the partial install. A wireless signal is required to perform updates to the DynaMed content when updates become available.

Q. Does the DynaMed app authentication expire?

Once successfully logged in, the app is designed to stay logged in indefinitely. This works by checking your account behind the scenes every 24 hours to make sure your subscription is still in good standing. If you experience problems staying logged in, please submit Feedback in the app describing the problem and be sure to include your email address where prompted so that we can contact you.