Question 1

Fasten on-prem vs Fasten Connect – what's the difference?

Accepted Answer

Fasten on-prem is the self-hosted, open-source version for personal use, requiring manual data entry. Fasten Connect is a managed enterprise service with direct integrations to over 50,000 healthcare institutions, offering SLAs and commercial support.

Question 2

How to import medical records into Fasten on-prem?

Accepted Answer

You can manually enter data through the interface or upload FHIR Bundles exported from other systems. The README confirms no automatic syncing is available, so you'll need to obtain bundles from your providers.

Question 3

Can Fasten on-prem sync data from my doctor's office automatically?

Accepted Answer

No, it cannot. The project explicitly states it does not integrate with EHRs directly; data must be manually entered or uploaded via FHIR Bundles, limiting real-time updates.

Question 4

Is Fasten secure for sensitive health data?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it uses HTTPS with self-signed certificates for encryption, and since it's self-hosted, your data stays private. However, you must manage certificate trust manually, which can be tricky.

Question 5

How to set up multi-user accounts for my family?

Accepted Answer

Create separate user accounts for each person and use admin roles to manage permissions. The README notes this is a work in progress, so features may be incomplete.

Question 6

Does Fasten support wearable device integration?

Accepted Answer

Future integrations with smart-devices and wearables are planned, but currently, Fasten on-prem has no built-in support for data from fitness trackers or similar devices.

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