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A practical checklist of the medical records our reviewing specialists find most useful. Tick items off as you collect them, then upload everything through your secure case.
Your progress
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Key questions or concerns
Tell the specialist what you most want clarified from your records. Include concerns about the reported diagnosis, test findings, treatment options, risks, or next steps.
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Case context
0/3Helps the reviewer understand your question
State your main question, the diagnosis you want reviewed, and any deadlines (e.g., treatment start date).
When symptoms began, key appointments, investigations and any changes in treatment.
You confirm the records are yours or you have authority to act for the patient.
Imaging & radiology
0/3Reports are essential; images are helpful
MRI, CT, PET-CT, X-ray, ultrasound, mammography, nuclear medicine reports — most recent first.
Useful when a report is discordant with what you have been told. Upload the matching report with images.
Older scans showing progression or stability help reviewers assess change over time.
Pathology & histology
0/3Often the most important records for a diagnosis review
Biopsy, excision, cytology and any immunohistochemistry or special stains.
ER/PR/HER2, PD-L1, EGFR, KRAS, BRAF, microsatellite status, NGS panels, etc., where relevant.
Ascitic, pleural or CSF cytology, fine-needle aspiration results.
Laboratory results
0/3Context for treatment safety and response
FBC, renal, liver, bone profile, inflammatory markers, tumour markers if tracked.
Relevant if infection, sepsis or antibiotic decisions are part of the question.
Germline or somatic testing that influences diagnosis, staging or treatment choice.
Clinical correspondence
0/4Shows the decisions already made and why
Letters from oncology, cardiology, neurology, gastroenterology or the relevant specialty.
These show what the treating team has already discussed and agreed.
Recent hospital admissions, procedures, complications and discharge plans.
GP or hospital referral explaining the original reason for specialist assessment.
Medication & safety
0/3Critical for treatment recommendations and interactions
Include prescription, over-the-counter and supplements. Note any recent changes.
Drug, contrast and latex allergies; previous chemotherapy reactions.
Heart, kidney, liver disease, diabetes, prior cancers, clotting disorders, pregnancy status.
Procedural & operative records
0/3For surgical or interventional questions
Detailed operative reports, not just the consent form.
Relevant if fitness for further surgery or sedation is in question.
Colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, angiography, electrophysiology study reports with images if available.
How to request your records
Ask for the report and the images
Many hospitals separate the written report from the DICOM images. Request both, and ask for images on CD or via secure electronic transfer.
Name the specific reports
Vague requests for 'my records' often return incomplete files. List histopathology, radiology, MDT letters and discharge summaries by date range.
You have a legal right of access
In the UK and EU you can request your own records, usually free of charge and within one calendar month. Ask the hospital's health records department or your GP practice.
Photographs of paper letters are acceptable
If you cannot scan, take photographs in good light, keep all edges in frame and check every word is legible before uploading.
MedReview 365 provides independent, informational second opinions based on the records you supply. We do not diagnose, prescribe, or replace the care of your treating clinician. Discuss any recommendation with your own medical team, and call your local emergency number for urgent or deteriorating symptoms.