Patients have the right of access to their own health records. Under the Data Protection Act (DPA) they are entitled to see all information relating to their physical or mental health which has been recorded by or on behalf of a ‘Health Professional’ in connection with their care. You will be asked to complete a Subject Access Request form stating the information you require. Once the practice has received the completed SAR form, the information will be processed, please allow 28 days from handing your SAR form to the practice.
From 1st November 2023, patients with online accounts such as through the NHS App will be able to read new entries in their health record.