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.
With evolving federal mandates and digital health adoption, adolescent access to open notes presents both exciting opportunities and serious challenges. Here we highlight 13 studies and commentaries that offer guidance on navigating the evolving landscape of open notes in adolescent health.
UPDATE: April Fools’! Thanks to all who laughed along with us for this announcement. In a bold move to restore the art of human connection in healthcare, OpenNotes is proud to announce its newest initiative: Retro Notes—a revolutionary program delivering medical records to patients the old-fashioned way: meticulously handwritten in calligraphy and flown to doorsteps via carrier pigeon.
Funded by a $2.1 million award from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), OpenNotes has joined an initiative led by researchers at the University of Colorado to study and improve methods of engaging diverse and historically underrepresented communities in health research.
In one year, the OpenNotes Lab has become a vibrant space for exploring how new tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), can enhance patient-clinician relationships and improve care delivery. The Lab partners with organizations who demonstrate a commitment to co-designing health technology innovations in partnership with patients, alongside the academic rigor for which OpenNotes is known.
Combined efforts by ASTP and OpenNotes take a close look at how SDOH data is collected and shared in healthcare settings in a way that feels helpful, respectful, and inclusive for both patients and clinicians.
As we step into 2025, we at OpenNotes find it the perfect time to reflect on the achievements of the past year. Each publication reinforces our mission to empower patients and care partners by improving how they access and engage with their health information.
When it comes to keeping patients safe, every detail matters—and now there’s a new resource to help. If you’ve been curious about how sharing visit notes with patients can boost safety, here’s what you need to know.
Led by OpenNotes, the study, “Mitigating Misinformation & Scanxiety for Cancer Patients,” focuses on reducing the stress and confusion patients may face when receiving medical test results electronically before having the opportunity to discuss them with a clinician.
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