Access your medical records

Medical records hold information about you. They are also sometimes called health records.

You'll have separate records for any NHS service you go to including your GP surgery, hospital, dentist or opticians.

How to get your record depends on which record it is and you will need to contact the relevant health organisation.

GP Record

Your GP record includes information like any conditions or allergies you have and any medicine you're taking.

Most patients will automatically be given access to more information added to their online GP record from November 2022 onwards. This includes letters, test results and appointment notes. Some people may also have access to information added to their GP record before this date.

You can access your GP record online and/or nominate someone you trust to access it too.

NHS Account

You can get your GP record by logging into your account using the NHS app or NHS website.

You'll need to create an account and prove who you are by following the online process.

Patient Access

Log in or register for an account with Patient Access

You will need to apply through the surgery for access. You can download the form: EFMP Application & Info Online Access or collect one from reception.

We will normally suggest using the NHS App or Patient Access to access GP records. However, you can make a request for copies of your medical records called a Subject Access Request (SAR).

You can make a SAR by telephone, email or post but we will normally ask you to come in to the practice to verify your identity.

For more information and for an application form, download it here: Subject Access Request APPLICATION FORM

For more information about Subject Access Requests visit the Information Commisioner's Office (ICO) Website