Blockchain for Medical Records: A Misconception?

Hey folks, I'm kinda new here, but I wanted to chime in. I work in health data stuff, especially around HL7 FHIR. Lately, I’ve been seeing these projects claiming they can store patient records on the blockchain, and honestly, it seems like a bad idea. Medical data is super bulky with things like scans and detailed logs, plus privacy rules like GDPR make it really risky to store this kind of info in a way that can't be changed.

You guys should look into how blockchains are used beyond just crypto. They’ve got applications in logistics, food safety, and even forensic data. It’s all about having secure and unchangeable data. These are usually private blockchains, not the ones tied to cryptocurrency. A quick search for "IBM blockchain" or "Intel blockchain" will show you what I mean. There’s a lot of potential in that area.