An Old Solution For a Current Problem

There was a time when a handwritten medical record was common practice – every patient had their own “medical chart” which was a binder or folder where the medical clerk would place progress and diagnostic reports into so that regardless of who was reviewing, they could see everything that happened up until that point in order to provide the best continuity of care.

Now, all your data goes into your electronic medical chart which contains your digital health record that can be viewed not only by the practitioners who provide care, but also you, the patient.

If you see practitioners that are part of different hospital networks, there is a good chance you have more than one “mychart” account to log into. Add small independent medical practices that provide their own portals and you can easily have 3-6 different portals. This may not be a problem for some, because they only access the account once a year after annual wellness checks. For anyone managing chronic conditions or caring for others, keeping track of multiple portal logins can be confusing and exhausting. 

Yes, an electronic chart is a better way to share information transparently between practitioner and patient, however, life happens fast and not everyone is tech-savvy so sometimes it's easier to write stuff down. Even if you aren't managing a chronic condition, having a handwritten account of doctor visits and health vitals can prove to be valuable later for recalling what happened, the course of action taken, and monitoring health over time.

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