If Ellen Godfrey has questions about what she discussed with her primary care doctor, she looks first to her notes. She says OpenNotes has helped her better manage her high blood pressure, and that reading notes has also enhanced her relationship with her doctor.
OpenNotes: Evidence is In
In this video OpenNotes co-founders, Tom Delbanco, MD, and Jan Walker, RN, MBA, share the results of the initial OpenNotes study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine in 2012. And patients and doctors who participated in the study discuss the benefits of note sharing.
OpenNotes and Adherence: Taking Medications More Reliably
Tony understands that taking medications is a part of his daily life, and he knows that if he doesn’t take them as prescribed, his health will suffer. He says having his doctor’s notes available to to him using OpenNotes, is like having another person remind him to take his pills.
Mental Health OpenNotes Empower Patients
Stacey has a history of anxiety and depression. Her symptoms became worse after a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis and she began seeing a mental health therapist who offered to share visit notes with Stacey. The notes help Stacey remember what was discussed at the visit and what she’s supposed to do between visits. She also…
OpenNotes is an Invaluable Tool for Caregivers
Parkinson’s Disease: Tracking Progress with OpenNotes
Hyam Kramer feels in control of his Parkinson’s Disease. He’s grateful for the partnership he has with his neurologist Dr. Samuel Frank and the rest of his care team at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. His tremors are managed with medications; he’s exercising, is back behind the wheel of his car, and is able to…
OpenNotes: Easing the Burden in Primary Care
Maine primary care doctor, Peter Elias says OpenNotes transformed his practice. It made office visits more productive, and collaborating with patients helped turn the note into a tool for change.
