Patient Summary
The Patient Summary provides healthcare professionals with immediate access to critical medical information about the patient—such as allergies, intolerances, current medication, chronic conditions, serious illnesses, and previous surgical procedures—ensuring safe and effective care when traveling or temporarily residing in another European Union country.
1. Registration of Patient Summary for Cypriot Citizens Traveling to the EU
(Applies to permanent residents of Cyprus or EU citizens/ARC holders residing in Cyprus)
This service is aimed at doctors in Cyprus treating patients who are planning to travel, study, or temporarily stay abroad, as well as citizens who wish to be prepared for any medical emergency in the EU.
It enables the digital recording of the patient's medical profile, making it available via the MyHealth@EU network to treating physicians in other member states. The information is automatically translated into an understandable language, overcoming language barriers. This ensures quality care and prevents dangerous drug interactions or allergic reactions.
To use this service, the healthcare professional requires the patient's consent, a security certificate installed in their web browser, and an identified account on the Government Portal (Gov.cy).
2. Retrieval of Patient Summary for Citizens Visiting Cyprus from Other EU Member States
(Applies to European citizens traveling or temporarily residing in Cyprus)
The retrieval of the patient summary is intended for doctors in Cyprus who provide care to visitors from other EU Member States.
It offers immediate and secure access to the European patient's medical history, supporting valid diagnostic and therapeutic decisions in both emergency and scheduled cases.
To use this service, the healthcare professional requires verification of the patient's identity through the necessary official documents as determined by the country of origin, a security certificate installed in their web browser, and an identified account on the Government Portal (Gov.cy).
