Migrating from Mashape to Zyla API Hub: Healthcare APIs

Understanding the Need for Migration

• Inconsistent data quality and accuracy.
• Limited API documentation and support.
• Higher latency and slower response times.
• Difficulty in integrating multiple APIs from different providers.

Benefits of Zyla API Hub

• Single Account for Multiple APIs: One account gives you access to a wide range of healthcare APIs, streamlining your integration process.
• Consolidated Analytics: Monitor and analyze usage across all APIs from a single dashboard.
• Reliable Infrastructure: Zyla's infrastructure ensures high uptime and reliability, critical for healthcare applications.
• Enhanced Developer Experience: Comprehensive documentation and consistent response formats make integration straightforward.

Step-by-Step Migration Process

1. Account Setup

Zyla API Hub. This will provide you with access to all the healthcare APIs available on the platform.

2. Authentication Changes

3. SDK Compatibility

documentation for SDK installation instructions and examples.

4. Endpoint Mapping

Key Healthcare APIs on Zyla API Hub

Doctors and Medical Professionals in the US API

Doctors and Medical Professionals in the US API allows you to access information on healthcare professionals based on their NPI number. This API is essential for applications focused on patient care coordination and medical research.

Key Features and Capabilities

• Retrieve Information: By entering the NPI number, you can retrieve relevant information about any health professional.

Example Response:

{
    "Code": 200,
    "Description": "OK",
    "Data": {
        "NPI": "1245319599",
        "Entity_Type_Code": "Individual",
        "ProviderLastName_Legal_Name": "SAMPLE",
        "Provider_First_Name": "LAURA",
        "Provider_Credential_Text": "MD",
        "Provider_Business_Mailing_Address_City_Name": "VIRGINIA BEACH",
        "Provider_Business_Mailing_Address_State_Name": "VA"
    }
}

US Hospitals Database API

US Hospitals Database API offers a comprehensive list of US hospitals, including names, locations, and the number of staffed beds. This API is particularly useful for medical applications that need to enrich their databases with hospital information.

Key Features and Capabilities

• Search by Name: Add your search string to the "name" parameter in the URL to retrieve hospital information.

Example Response:

[
    {
        "Provider CCN": 73025,
        "Hospital Name": "Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital",
        "Street Address": "490 Blue Hills Avenue",
        "City": "Hartford",
        "State Code": "CT",
        "Number of Beds": 60
    },
    {
        "Provider CCN": 100034,
        "Hospital Name": "Mount Sinai Medical Center",
        "Street Address": "1468 Madison Ave",
        "City": "New York",
        "State Code": "NY",
        "Number of Beds": 1000
    }
]

Symptoms Checker API

Symptoms Checker API enables users to input a string of symptoms and receive a list of possible causes, along with follow-up questions to refine the diagnosis. This API is designed to assist both medical professionals and patients.

Key Features and Capabilities

• Symptom Analysis: Takes a string of symptoms and returns potential causes along with follow-up questions.

Example Response:

[
    "Possible causes for a red rash on your forearm that appeared suddenly without itching or pain include contact dermatitis, heat rash, or a mild allergic reaction. To narrow down the cause, can you recall any new skincare products or materials you came in contact with recently?"
]

Calculate Health Metrics API

Calculate Health Metrics API is designed to provide comprehensive health metrics calculations, such as BMI and body fat percentage. This API is essential for health and fitness applications.

Key Features and Capabilities

• Get BodyFat: Calculates body fat percentage based on sex, age, height, and weight.
• Get BMI: Calculates BMI using height and weight parameters.

Example Response for Get BodyFat:

{
    "age": 29.0,
    "bmi": "21.1 kg/m²",
    "bodyfat": "26.59 %",
    "bodyfat_status": "Average",
    "gender": "female",
    "height": "1.6 m",
    "weight": "52.0 kg"
}

Example Response for Get BMI:

{
    "bmi": "31.2 kg/m²",
    "height": "1.6 m",
    "weight": "80.0 kg",
    "weight_status": "Obese"
}

Pharmacies in Turkey API

Pharmacies in Turkey API provides real-time information on the location and contact details of pharmacies across Turkey. This API is vital for applications that assist users in finding nearby pharmacies.

Key Features and Capabilities

• District List: Returns a list of districts for duty pharmacies.
• Pharmacy on Duty: Provides information about pharmacies on duty for the day.

Example Response for Pharmacy on Duty:

{
    "success": true,
    "result": [
        {
            "name": "PINAR KAYNAR",
            "dist": "ANKAYA",
            "address": "PROF.DR.AHMET TANER KILALI MAH. ALACAATLI CAD. NO:12/10",
            "phone": "3122402030"
        },
        {
            "name": "ADLOLU",
            "dist": "ETMESGUT",
            "address": "TOPU MAH. 1514. CAD. NO:49/B",
            "phone": ""
        }
    ]
}

Job Market Data API

Job Market Data API allows developers to access various salary sources, helping businesses make informed decisions about compensation packages. This API is particularly useful for healthcare organizations looking to attract talent.

Key Features and Capabilities

• Get Job Salary: Retrieve salary data for specific job titles.

Example Response:

{
    "status": "OK",
    "request_id": "bfd817b0-54a0-4366-b42a-403b4ad1d129",
    "data": [
        {
            "location": "New York, NY",
            "job_title": "Waiter",
            "min_salary": 9.73,
            "max_salary": 23.14,
            "median_salary": 16.76,
            "salary_period": "HOUR",
            "salary_currency": "USD"
        }
    ]
}

US Job Search API

US Job Search API provides real-time job listings from various sources across the US. This API is essential for applications that assist job seekers in finding relevant opportunities.

Key Features and Capabilities

• Fetch Indeed Jobs: Access real-time job listings from Indeed.
• Fetch Nexxt Jobs: Access real-time job listings from Nexxt.
• Fetch Careerbuilder Jobs: Access real-time job listings from Careerbuilder.
• Fetch Snagajob Jobs: Access real-time job listings from Snagajob.
• Fetch Talent Com Jobs: Access real-time job listings from Talent.com.

Example Response for Fetch Indeed Jobs:

{
    "results": [
        {
            "job": {
                "company": "Crunchapps",
                "job_title": "Junior Web Developer",
                "location": "New York, NY 10014"
            },
            "job_details": {
                "job_link": "https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?viewtype=embedded&jk=9e76e485b48fe6d0",
                "pay": {
                    "low": 59229.32,
                    "max": 74997.52,
                    "method": "ESTIMATED"
                }
            }
        }
    ]
}

Common Pitfalls During Migration

• Data Mapping Issues: Ensure that all data fields from Mashape are correctly mapped to Zyla's API responses.
• Integration Complexity: Take advantage of Zyla's SDKs to simplify integration and reduce development time.
• Testing and Validation: Thoroughly test all API calls to ensure they return the expected results before going live.

Automation Tools and Migration Scripts

Conclusion

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