Our new electronic patient record has launched
Our new electronic patient record (EPR) has now launched across our hospitals and community sites, bringing together patient health information in a digital format that can be shared across different health care settings in Devon. It includes a range of data from medication, allergies and laboratory test results to radiology images, care plans and vital signs.
The Devon EPR will bring together all patient records across three partners:
- Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
- Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
- University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
You might see members of your clinical team doing more work on computers, phones or other electronic devices than before. This will be part of their work checking your record so they can look after you to the highest possible standards.
Deputy Chief Executive Sarah Brampton said: "There is a real sense of excitement among colleagues as we go live with our new EPR. I want to thank everyone for their hard work and commitment in delivering this safely, while continuing to provide excellent care.
“As staff get used to the system, we kindly ask patients, families and carers to bear with us. Patient safety remains our top priority. If you need any help or have concerns, please speak to your clinical team.”
For patients, one of the most exciting parts of the EPR is the new MY CARE patient portal. This is a secure app and website that patients and their families can use on their computer, mobile or tablet to access parts of their health care record such as appointment times, test results and much more.
Please visit our webpage MY CARE | University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust to find out more . Your clinic al team will also be able to talk to you about MY CARE.
