GMCR News and Updates

This page provides information on recent developments, go-lives, and updates for new partners joining the platform.

Genomics for cancer patients in the GM Care Record

Authorised clinicians can now view genomic test results within the GMCR which means important information that previously sat in separate systems or reports will be available alongside the rest of the shared care record.

The aim is simple: make it easier to find trusted information when it’s needed, without more logins or new software.

Clinical sponsor for the initiative, Dr Matthew Krebs, Clinical Senior Lecturer in Experimental Cancer Medicine and Honorary Consultant in Medical Oncology said: “Bringing genomic results into GMCR is an important step in making personalised care part of everyday practice. Having the information available at the point of care will help clinicians make prompt and confident decisions in relation to cancer care for their patients.”

For resources, including briefing doc, FAQs and videos, click here

GP Connect

GP Connect is now fully enabled, allowing seamless sharing of primary care information across systems.

GP Connect

The GMCR will soon benefit from the launch of GP Connect, providing near real-time access to primary care data, including consultation details. The addition of an integrated HTML view ensures consistent, easy-to-read information for all professionals accessing the record.

What is GP Connect?

GP Connect allows authorised health and social care workers in a variety of care settings to access their patients’ GP records.

Health and social care workers can view a patient’s care record, including medications, problems, allergies and appointments. All sensitive codes are excluded in alignment with NHS England policies.

What GPs need to know:

Permission-Based Access: Access to the full GP record is governed by user permissions, ensuring colleagues see only the information relevant to their role.
Structured, Coded Information: Health and social care teams can view structured, coded data to gain a clear and comprehensive picture of a patient’s care (note: free-text fields are not shared).
Private Consultations: GPs can mark certain consultations as ‘private,’ preventing data sharing when appropriate, provided it doesn’t impact the delivery of care by other professionals.

PACS Viewer

The PACS Viewer will provide access to radiology results directly through GMCR, enhancing diagnostic visibility.

MFT Community Data Feeds – Coming soon

Manchester Foundation Trust’s community data links are scheduled to go live later this year, supporting improved transitions and continuity of care across services.

Sodium Valproate Safety Dashboard Rollout

We are actively supporting the rollout of a new dashboard to help monitor and ensure safe prescribing of sodium valproate, especially for women of childbearing potential.

First children’s hospice gains access to the GMCR

At Francis House Children’s Hospice, access to the GM Care Record is helping staff see the full picture of care for children with complex needs which improves coordination, reduces the information burden on families, and supports safer decision‑making.

We spoke with Sharon Doodson, Director of Care at Francis House, about what this looks like in practice and why joined‑up information matters in hospice care.

Read the full article here

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