As the OpenNotes movement continues to grow, a broad variety of journalists, patients and health care professionals are taking note. Even better, they’re sharing the facts, data, opinions and experiences of those sharing medical notes. See what the buzz is all about.
by Barbara Sadick – posted first on The Wall Street Journal on February 26th 2018 With OurNotes, patients can see their doctors’ notes before appointments, as well as detail what they want to talk about during their visit. For the past six years, doctors across the country have been using an online system to share…
Merelyn Hong believes that access to notes is important for all patients, no matter what language is spoken at home, because the information is there whenever it’s needed. She says the notes are an important tool that can be shared with family members or friends who can help navigate the English language and the health…
by Jared Klein, MD, MPH SEATTLE, WA – Sharon [pseud] had struggled with her blood pressure for years, but when she ended up in the ER experiencing chest pain I couldn’t help thinking how I may have failed as her doctor. We had discussed her blood pressure many times, but I’m not sure if she…
RICHMOND, VA – After losing her father to a medical error, Dr. Wolver’s support of OpenNotes got personal. Here’s her story about bringing OpenNotes to Virginia Commonwealth University Health. Transcript: I’m Dr. Sue Wolver. I’m a general internist. I’ve been practicing for more than 25 years. I’ve been a physician informaticist for more than…
by OpenNotes It’s been a remarkable year for OpenNotes! In 2017 the number of health systems sharing notes and the number of patients with access to notes doubled. We’re excited by the momentum OpenNotes is gaining, but there’s still plenty of work ahead. Here are ten highlights from 2017 that have us energized for the…
HOUSTON, TX – As the mom of a medically complex child, I was aware early in his life that I would need to help him learn how to manage his health as he was growing up. Henry was first hospitalized at three weeks of age, and I quickly realized my involvement in his medical care…
Eileen Hughes’ health is complicated. She’s managing type-1 diabetes and other chronic conditions. Having access to her notes has brought her greater understanding of her illnesses and helps her manage and feel in control of her health and health care.
My notes helped me follow my doctor’s orders so I could do what I wanted to do, play football. OAKLAND, CA – My name is Paris and I’m 19. I just graduated from high school. I played football (Defensive Tackle and Offensive Line) all four years of high school. I also played basketball and did…
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