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Healthcare Software Development, Built Compliant

Myth Digital is a healthcare software development company in Belfast and London. Our senior in-house team builds bespoke clinical, patient-facing and operational software for healthcare organisations, with every system shaped around your workflows and built with compliance in mind.

  • In-house UK team
  • Compliance-aware delivery
  • Milestone-based builds
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Since 2015 Building regulated-sector software
100% In-house UK delivery
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Healthcare software shaped around your clinical workflows, compliance requirements and patient experience, not forced into generic tools that create more problems than they solve

Talk to us about your healthcare project

Many teams juggle patient data across spreadsheets, legacy portals and off-the-shelf tools. The result is duplicated records, compliance gaps and time-consuming workarounds that frustrate staff and patients alike.

We build purpose-built systems mapped to your real processes, from triage and appointments to reporting and discharge. Every screen is tested with real users. Data handling is built for UK regulatory requirements from day one. The outcome is software that fits your organisation, not the other way around.

AlphaVictor
Bushmills
Coca-Cola
Complieye
Elecsys
Glen Dimplex
LifePass
The Lir
NHS
The North Face
Perks
Queen's University
Deep RiverRock
SPAR

What healthcare software do we build?

Four categories of healthcare software, each shaped around your clinical, operational or patient needs.

  • Clinical

    Clinical workflow systems

    Paper referrals and spreadsheet triage slow decisions and leave gaps in the audit trail. We digitise those pathways so your clinicians spend less time on admin and more time with patients.

  • Patient-facing

    Portals and patient apps

    Booking, records access and self-management tools your patients actually use. The knock-on effect: fewer missed appointments and less admin for your team.

  • Operational

    Admin and reporting platforms

    How does your organisation actually run? We build rostering, compliance dashboards and real-time reporting around the answer. Role-based access and full audit logging come as standard.

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When Off-the-Shelf Software Falls Short

Generic healthcare platforms assume how your teams work and how data flows. When those assumptions miss, you get spreadsheets bridging systems, manual re-keying and audit trails stitched together after the fact.

Bespoke custom software removes that friction. Every workflow, permission layer and integration is built around your clinical processes. You own the codebase and control how it evolves.

  • Full control over patient data
  • Audit trails built in from day one
  • Integrations matched to your systems
  • No vendor-roadmap dependency

How do we keep patient data safe?

Healthcare software carries real regulatory weight. We build compliance into every phase, not bolt it on at the end.

UK GDPR and health data handling
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UK GDPR and health data handling

Health data is special-category under UK GDPR. We map every data flow during discovery and build privacy controls directly into the architecture.

  • Data-flow mapping before any code is written
  • Role-based access and audit trails baked in
  • Consent management built to your clinical context
Clinical safety and DSPT alignment
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Clinical safety and DSPT alignment

We structure builds so DSPT evidence and clinical risk documentation are produced naturally alongside each milestone, not scrambled together afterwards.

  • Security controls mapped to DSPT assertions
  • Hazard logs maintained from discovery onward
  • Safety case documentation ready for review
UK data residency and secure hosting
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UK data residency and secure hosting

We host on UK-based infrastructure so patient data stays within UK jurisdiction. You get a clear, auditable answer when regulators ask where data lives.

  • UK data centres with encryption at rest and in transit
  • Infrastructure managed by our in-house team
  • Scalable without compromising residency requirements
Security testing before go-live
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Security testing before go-live

Every build goes through security testing before launch. We also help you define an incident response plan so your team knows what to do if something is flagged.

  • Pre-launch penetration testing on every project
  • Vulnerability remediation before deployment
  • Incident response planning tailored to your organisation

Where are you starting from?

AlphaVictor app Make it happen The North Face campaign AI development Newell Stores app Software development Juice Jar app App development MPS Data Discovery to deployment The Lir website In-house UK team

How does a healthcare software project work?

Every project follows the same discovery-first path, so compliance and clinical needs are baked in from day one.

  1. Discovery and clinical mapping

    We meet your clinical and operational stakeholders in person to map workflows, user needs and data-privacy risks. All of this happens before a line of code is written.

  2. Architecture and compliance planning

    We define the data model, security controls and regulatory checkpoints your project needs. Nothing gets retrofitted later, because the compliance architecture is set here.

  3. Milestone-based build

    You review working software at every milestone. Clinical stakeholders sign off each sprint, keeping scope tight and surprises out.

  4. Integration and testing

    We connect to your existing systems, then run security, performance and clinical-safety testing before anything goes near live data. Issues surface early, not on launch day.

  5. Go-live and staff onboarding

    Rollout is phased so your teams adopt the system confidently. We provide hands-on training and documentation tailored to each user role.

  6. Ongoing support and improvement

    After launch, our team handles hosting, monitoring and iterative improvements so the platform keeps pace with changing clinical requirements.

Why choose Myth as your healthcare software partner?

  • UK-Based

    In-house · No outsourcing

    Our team are entirely UK-based and work in-office, we don't outsource work overseas or hire fully-remote developers.

    • UK Team
    • In-office

  • Experts

    Senior · Experienced

    We're experts in all things software and design. Our team is primarily made up of experienced and senior people.

    • Software
    • Design

  • Trusted

    Since 2015

    We've been designing and developing since 2015 and have delivered a wide range of successful projects to market since then.

    • Proven
    • Delivered

  • Friendly

    Fun · Approachable

    We're a friendly and fun bunch of people. We enjoy what we do and don't make things too corporate. Expect a bit of banter and fun.

    • Personable

  • Transparent

    Honest · No surprises

    From our pricing down to our project management, we're transparent and honest. There won't be any surprises when working with us.

    • Clear pricing
Myth Digital team collaborating on a healthcare software project in their UK office

Your Team, Not an Offshore Relay

We build regulated healthcare software from our London and Belfast offices. The engineers and designers you meet in discovery write the code, review clinical workflows and handle compliance. No offshore handoffs. No subcontractors. You get direct access, full IP ownership and lower risk.

  • Senior in-house UK engineers
  • Full IP ownership from day one
  • Direct access to your build team
  • Compliance handled by those who build it

Recent work in complex sectors

Our track record

Proven delivery across complex, regulated projects

Global
Projects delivered across both
2 offices
UK offices, London and Belfast
100%
All work is in-house
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  • Discovery workshops for every project

    Every engagement starts with in-person discovery at our London or Belfast office. We map clinical workflows, data flows and compliance requirements before a line of code is written.

  • Platforms built for regulated use

    We've built systems with role-based access, full audit trails and data handling designed around UK data-protection requirements. Our team understands what regulated environments demand.

  • Go-lives delivered on schedule

    Milestone-based delivery means you sign off progress at every stage. No big-bang launches. You see working software early and often, with compliance checkpoints built into the timeline.

  • Integrations across complex systems

    We connect new software to existing platforms, legacy databases and third-party services. Our integration work spans CRM systems, operational tools and sector-specific data sources.

  • In-house team, no subcontracting

    The senior engineers and designers you meet in discovery are the same people who build your product. No offshoring, no handoffs to unnamed third parties. Accountability stays with our team throughout.

Myth Digital team at work in the studio data dashboards and secure access controls

How much does healthcare software development cost?

Every healthcare build is different, but most follow one of these engagement shapes. We'll scope yours properly before quoting.

  • 2–4 weeks

    Discovery & Prototype

    from £10,000

    Map clinical workflows, surface compliance risks and validate your concept before committing to a full build.

    • Clinical workflow mapping
    • Compliance and data-security audit
    • Clickable, testable prototype
    • Architecture and integration plan
    • Prioritised feature roadmap
  • 3–6 months

    Bespoke Build

    from £30,000

    End-to-end development with milestone sign-offs, security testing and go-live support baked into every phase.

    • End-to-end design and development
    • Health system integrations
    • Security and penetration testing
    • DSPT and GDPR alignment
    • Go-live support and handover
  • Rolling

    Retainer

    from £2,000/mo

    Keep clinical and patient-facing systems secure, compliant and improving. We handle updates, monitoring and new features without disrupting care.

    • Security patching and vulnerability monitoring
    • Ongoing DSPT and GDPR support
    • Bug fixes with agreed response times
    • New features from a shared backlog
    • Monthly progress review

All tiers are scoped and quoted after a discovery call. Get in touch for a tailored proposal.

Are we the right fit?

A great fit

  • You need software shaped around your clinical workflows, not generic tools
  • You handle sensitive patient data and need compliance built in from day one
  • You require integration with NHS systems or third-party health platforms
  • You want a transparent UK partner with milestone-based delivery
  • You value discovery before build to reduce risk and rework

Not the right fit

  • You need a simple brochure website or marketing site
  • You want the cheapest possible offshore build regardless of compliance
  • You have no budget for a proper discovery phase
  • You need off-the-shelf software installed, not custom-built systems
  • You are looking for medical device hardware, not software
Myth Digital team at work in the studio session

We stay with you after launch

Healthcare systems don't stand still. Regulations shift, security patches need applying, and clinical workflows evolve. We treat go-live as the start of a long-term partnership, not a handoff.

Our in-house team provides ongoing hosting, monitoring and incident response so your platform stays compliant and performant. When requirements change or new integrations arise, we handle updates in the same phased, transparent way we built the original system.

  • Hosting, monitoring and incident response
  • Security patching and compliance updates
  • Continuous improvement as regulations change
  • Same in-house team, long-term
FAQ

Healthcare software FAQs

How long does a custom software project typically take?

It depends on scope. A prototype might take a matter of weeks, while a full platform build runs longer. We scope everything during discovery so you get a realistic timeline before any code is written.

How do you handle NHS integration and interoperability?

We map integration requirements during discovery, identifying which systems your software needs to connect with and the standards involved. Connections are built and tested within the milestone plan, so interoperability is validated early.

What security standards do you follow for healthcare builds?

We build with UK GDPR and clinical safety standards in mind from day one. Discovery identifies data flows and privacy risks upfront. We host on Microsoft Azure and build role-based access and audit trails into every platform.

Do you build patient-facing mobile apps?

Yes. We design and build patient-facing apps for iOS and Android, plus web portals. Our UX designers work directly with clinical stakeholders during discovery to make sure workflows are intuitive for patients and staff.

What ongoing support do you offer after go-live?

Because our in-house team built the software, the same people handle updates, fixes and evolving compliance needs. We agree a support arrangement that fits your organisation during scoping.

Can you work with our existing clinical systems?

Absolutely. We regularly build software that integrates with existing platforms rather than replacing them. Our discovery phase maps every system your new build needs to talk to, so nothing is overlooked.

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