How do I get started?

If your primary care doctor offers a patient portal, use it. The staff at the front desk should be able to tell you how to register for it. (If your doctor doesn't offer one, ask if one will be available in the future.) Then start taking advantage of its features. Most portals offer the following:

• Appointment reminders
• Medication list
• Appointment summaries, sometimes with associated educational material
• Secure messaging with your provider
• Test results