When every minute counts, your software shouldn't slow you down.
Triage, handoffs, and a waiting room that never stops. OpenVPM's live whiteboard and real-time records keep the whole team oriented through the chaos.
Built for the realities of emergency & critical care.
The friction you know too well, and how an open, API-first PIMS clears it.
Nobody knows the floor status
In a busy ER, who's where and what's next changes by the minute. A live whiteboard that updates across every screen keeps the floor coordinated.
Handoffs lose information
Shift changes and doctor handoffs are where details disappear. Records that update in real time mean the next person sees everything.
Billing happens after the fact
Emergencies move fast and charges pile up. Auto-populated charges mean nothing gets missed once the dust settles.
The modules that matter most.
Every OpenVPM module works together. Here's where teams like yours spend their day.
Live Whiteboard
Every patient in the building, updated live.
See how it worksMedical Records
SOAP, labs, Rx, and vaccines on one record.
See how it worksSmart Scheduling
Real-time board, one column per doctor.
See how it worksBilling & Invoicing
Charges auto-populate; reconcile in minutes.
See how it worksBuilt for Compliance
DEA logging, audit trails, role-based access.
See how it worksUse OpenVPM your way.
Self-host the full open-source PIMS for free, or let us run it for you. Same software, your choice.
Run OpenVPM on your own infrastructure. No billing gates, no feature limits, no hosted metering.
- Full source under the AGPLv3 license
- Every module and the complete API
- Docker or Vercel deployment paths
- Bring your own database, email, SMS, and AI keys
Common questions
Is OpenVPM fast enough for an ER?
Yes. A real-time whiteboard, live records, and one-click status changes keep the floor coordinated when every minute counts.
Does the whiteboard update across screens?
Yes. It updates live over WebSocket, so a change on one screen shows everywhere instantly, on TVs, tablets, and desktops.
How does billing work in a fast-paced setting?
Charges populate automatically as care is given, so nothing is missed when things slow down and it is time to reconcile.
Related reading
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Read moreAgents belong in the back office, not just the chat box
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Read moreSee OpenVPM in your workflow.
The demo is live and loaded with real-looking data. Click around, then decide whether to self-host it free or let us run it for you.