COMMUNICATION WITH DRUG DELIVERY DEVICE

An apparatus is provided for connecting a portable medical device, such as an automatic injector, and a server. The apparatus includes a communication unit, a recognition unit for recognizing identification information on the portable medical device, and a pairing unit connected to the recognition unit to pair the apparatus with the portable medical device when recognized, thereby opening a first channel of communication with the medical device. The communication unit is configured to open up a second channel of communication with a server remotely over a network, and form a communication route between the portable medical device and the server.