Simple, secure access to your NHS GP record
Patient Record Access
Peer reviewed by Thomas Andrew Porteus, MBCSAuthored by Patient infomatics teamOriginally published 10 Sept 2025
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Patient.info has partnered with ORB Connect - a UK, clinician-led, secure platform - to help you see and download your NHS GP records clearly and in one place.
Your health information is one of your most important resources. Having access to your NHS GP record isn’t just about looking back - it’s about putting you firmly in control, supporting better care, and helping you make informed decisions every day.
At a glance
ORB is a secure online service that lets you view your GP records.
You can see consultation notes, test results, prescriptions, diagnoses, and allergies.
Accessing your records helps you understand your health and prepares you for appointments.
You control who sees your health record and can adjust access at any time.
To get started, sign in with your NHS login and give consent to link your record.
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Why we’ve partnered with ORB
We’ve teamed up with ORB - a secure, clinician-led UK service - to make reading and downloading your GP records easier than ever. Here’s what that means for you:
Full visibility, whenever you need it. View all your consultation notes, test results, prescriptions, hospital letters, diagnoses, allergies, and immunisations in one place, from any device. No more juggling different sources or waiting for paper copies.
Empowerment and peace of mind. Because your health record is personal, you decide who sees it and when. Linking your record is entirely consent-based, and you can stop sharing or adjust access at any time. You remain in control.
Built on trust and safety. ORB is NHS-assured and designed to meet the highest standards of data protection. Your privacy and security are at the core, so you can be confident in how your information is handled.
What you can see
Back to contentsOnce you’re signed in, you’ll be able to view your GP record which includes:
Consultation notes (when available).
Diagnoses and medical conditions.
Medications (current and past).
Allergies and adverse reactions.
Test results and hospital letters.
Vaccination/immunisation history.
Availability of some items depends on your GP practice and what they’ve chosen to make visible in your online record.
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What’s in it for you
Back to contentsAccessing your GP record brings concrete benefits that go far beyond curiosity:
You have the full picture. When you have all your health data in one trusted place, you’re better equipped to see patterns over time - see what’s improved, what needs more attention, and prompt better conversations with your healthcare team.
You save time. No waiting for appointment summaries, prescriptions, or test results to arrive by post. No chasing up loose notes. Everything you need is accessible when you need it.
Better care, more coordination. Whether you're consulting with your GP, specialist, private therapist, or a new clinician, having shared, consistent information reduces duplication, helps avoid mistakes, and supports quicker, more tailored treatment.
You feel more in control. Knowing what’s in your records helps you prepare for appointments, make decisions, track your health goals, and keep your records accurate (you can spot and correct mistakes).
Getting started and accessing your NHS record
Back to contentsWhat the NHS App is and your right to access your full record
How to register with ORB and link your NHS record
Get started
Click the button, sign in with your NHS login, and give your consent to link your record. The process only takes a few minutes. Once connected, your NHS GP information will be available to you in ORB.

Get started
Click the button and sign in with your NHS login. Connecting your records only takes a few minutes and your NHS GP information will then be available to you in ORB.
Share if you choose
If you’d like, you can also share your medical records with clinicians outside the NHS - such as a private GP or therapist - using ORB Connect. This is completely optional and always under your control.
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Frequently asked questions
What is ORB Connect and how does it work?
ORB Connect is a feature within ORB that allows you to share your medical records with clinicians who are not part of the NHS, such as a private GP or therapist. Sharing your record through ORB Connect is entirely optional and always remains under your control.
Can I use ORB if my GP practice doesn't use the NHS App or online records?
The article states that the availability of certain items in ORB depends on your GP practice and what they have chosen to make visible in your online record. You sign in with your NHS login to link your record, suggesting some level of integration is required from your GP's side to make information accessible.
How quickly will my GP record be available in ORB after I link it?
The process of linking your record only takes a few minutes. Once connected, your NHS GP information will be available to you in ORB.
What kind of data security measures does ORB have in place?
ORB is NHS-assured and is designed to meet the highest standards of data protection. Your privacy and security are core to its design, ensuring your information is handled confidently.
Can I edit or add information to my GP record through ORB?
The article mentions that having access to your records can help you keep them accurate, stating that "you can spot and correct mistakes." This implies a mechanism for addressing inaccuracies, although it doesn't explicitly detail how corrections are made or if direct editing is possible.
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Article history
The information on this page is written and peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Next review due: 10 Sept 2028
10 Sept 2025 | Originally published
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