Personal Health Record

A personal health record, or PHR, is a health record where health data and information related to the care of a patient is maintained by the patient.

The intention of a PHR is to provide a complete and accurate summary of an individual's medical history which is accessible online. The health data on a PHR might include patient-reported outcome data, lab results, data from devices such as wireless electronic weighing scales or collected passively from a smartphone.

What are the benefits of a personal health record?

Having a personal health record can be a lifesaver, literally. In an emergency you can quickly give emergency personnel vital information, such as a disease you're being treated for, previous surgeries or hospitalizations, medications you take, drug allergies, and how to contact your family doctor.

A personal health record not only allows you to share information with your care providers but also empowers you to manage your health between visits.