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Here you can catch up with all our past event recordings.
Missingness: exploring why patients miss multiple appointments and how the system can support

Missingness: exploring why patients miss multiple appointments and how the system can support

This webinar explored the reasons why patients might miss their health appointments, from practical barriers to emotional and systemic factors that can make healthcare feel out of reach. Read more

Published: 20th November, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Transforming outpatient care through shared decision-making

Transforming outpatient care through shared decision-making

This Patient Partnership Week 2025 session focused on a bold new vision for reforming outpatient services in the NHS over the next decade. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2025

Updated: 14th August, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Patient power: energising the 10-Year Health Plan through patient partnership

Patient power: energising the 10-Year Health Plan through patient partnership

Watch the recording to explore what meaningful patient agency looks like in practice, drawing on real-life insights from our helpline and focus groups. Read more

Published: 7th July, 2025

Updated: 14th August, 2025

Author: Sarah Tilsed

Working together for change: a conversation with Sir Jim Mackey

Working together for change: a conversation with Sir Jim Mackey

Watch the recording to hear from NHS England's Chief Executive, Sir Jim Mackey, on what real partnership with patients and communities could look like in this next chapter for the NHS. Read more

Published: 3rd July, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Championing patient voices in healthcare campaigns

Championing patient voices in healthcare campaigns

This Patient Partnership Week webinar explored how putting patient voices at the heart of healthcare campaigns leads to stronger messaging, better engagement, and meaningful change. Read more

Published: 7th July, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Sarah Tilsed

The Patients Association's Annual General Meeting 2025

The Patients Association's Annual General Meeting 2025

The Patients Association held its annual general meeting on 16th June 2025. Read more

Published: 17th June, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Making digital innovation work for everyone

Making digital innovation work for everyone

This Patient Partnership Week 2025 session looked at inclusive design, accessibility, and patient involvement in technology development to ensure innovation truly serves everyone. Read more

Published: 2nd July, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Breaking down barriers to equitable care

Breaking down barriers to equitable care

This Patient Partnership Week 2025 session looked at barriers faced by patients in accessing healthcare and shows ways to make services fairer for everyone. Read more

Published: 1st July, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Rebuilding trust and transparency: a conversation with Julian Hartley on the future of CQC regulation

Rebuilding trust and transparency: a conversation with Julian Hartley on the future of CQC regulation

Hosted by Rachel Power, Chief Executive of the Patients Association, this webinar offered a unique chance to hear directly from Sir Julian about his approach to leadership, transparency, and driving improvement. Read more

Published: 20th June, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

The importance of listening in medical care - a Fireside chat with Dr Rageshri Dhairyawan

The importance of listening in medical care - a Fireside chat with Dr Rageshri Dhairyawan

Join our Chief Executive Rachel Power, in a fireside chat with Dr Rageshri Dhairyawan, as they discuss the importance of engaged listening and its place in the future of healthcare. Read more

Published: 31st January, 2025

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Emma Sheffield

Online access to GP health records – what’s in it for patients?

If you missed our event, Online access to GP health records – what’s in it for patients? you can watch a recording of the webinar and also download the presentations. Read more

Published: 21st March, 2023

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Share For Better Care - empowering patients to improve health and social care through feedback

Share For Better Care - empowering patients to improve health and social care through feedback

Patients' experiences can provide vital lessons for the health and care sector, helping it understand what is working and what needs improvement. This webinar explores this topic. Read more

Published: 7th November, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Sarah Tilsed

Communication strategies for patients

Communication strategies for patients

Poor communication between the health system and patients is a big issue for many patients. Our panel discussed some of the problems and what the solutions could be. Read more

Published: 5th September, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Empowering patients as equal partners in care

Why aren't patients always treated as equals in their own care? We looked at the reasons why, in this webinar during Patient Partnership Week 2024. Read more

Published: 4th September, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

The role of data in joining services around patients

Concerns about privacy and safety of patient data were highlighted in the last of our Patient Partnership Week webinars for 2024, with Rebecca Llewellyn from NHS England and patients Sandra Rennie and Amin Islam. Read more

Published: 6th September, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Barriers to care

Why do some patients experience barriers to receiving the healthcare they need? Our webinar panel identified some of the barriers and how to overcome them. Read more

Published: 4th September, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

How to implement shared decision making

2024's Patient Partnership Week began with shared decision making. Watch this video for an excellent overview of how patients and professionals can make decisions together. Read more

Published: 2nd September, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

"Patients want to be partners in their care"

The Patient Safety Commissioner, Dr Henrietta Hughes, joined us for Patient Partnership Week. Read more

Published: 3rd September, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Active involvement in shared decision making

Shared decision making is an important way for patients and healthcare professionals to work in partnership. In this webinar, our Trustees Julie Thallon and Prof Alf Collins discuss how to make it happen. Read more

Published: 13th August, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Expanding access and improving experiences; the future of diagnostic testing for patients

The Patient Experience of Diagnostics report showed that patients view diagnostics as a fundamental part of the NHS and one that should be prioritised over the coming years. This webinar explored the report's findings and considered the report's recommendations on how to improve diagnostic services. Read more

Published: 5th March, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Introducing the Pharmacy First service

Pharmacy First is part of the changes introduced in primary care to improve patients' access to health services. In this webinar, we heard what the service offers, how patients can access Pharmacy First and what they can expect. Read more

Published: 29th February, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

Understanding changes in primary care: digital access

The fourth and last webinar in our series with NHS England exploring changes in primary care, this time looking at digital access to services. Read more

Published: 26th March, 2024

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

In conversation with the Patient Safety Commissioner

We were delighted Dr Henrietta Hughes, the Patient Safety Commissioner for England, joined us for Patient Partnership Week 2023. Read more

Published: 26th September, 2023

Updated: 30th July, 2025

Author: Maya Anaokar

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  • What does it really mean to wrap services around patients?

    What does it really mean to wrap services around patients?

    This free webinar will explore what it would look like if we put the patient at the centre, not as a policy ambition, but as a lived reality?

  • Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care

    Why prioritising patient trust increases the value of using technology and data to improve research and care

    This webinar will explore how organisations can partner with patients in the use of health data, placing trust and transparency at the heart of decision-making.

  • Patient Experience Survey: May 2026

    Patient Experience Survey: May 2026

    This survey found that three quarters of people said delays negatively affected their quality of life.

  • The Patients Association responds to the NHS Modernisation Bill announced in the King's Speech

    The Patients Association responds to the NHS Modernisation Bill announced in the King's Speech

    "The NHS Modernisation Bill contains real opportunities for patients, but also significant risks," says Rachel Power, Chief Executive.

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  • How to see your medical records in England

    How to see your medical records in England

    This page explains how to get copies of your medical records in England.

  • You and your dentist

    You and your dentist

    This page is designed to give you more information about finding a dentist and using their services. It includes tips on how to prepare for an appointment, the charges you can expect and how to make a complaint.

  • Next of kin

    Next of kin

    Your medical next of kin is someone you nominate to receive information about your medical care.

  • Making a complaint about health and/or social care services

    Making a complaint about health and/or social care services

    Most people are happy with the health and social care they receive. But sometimes things go wrong. If that happens, you need to know how to complain. This guide sets out your rights and offers guidance on how to make a complaint.

  • Call our free helpline - 0800 345 7115

    Call our free helpline - 0800 345 7115

    Need information on health or social care? Call our free and confidential helpline on 0800 345 7115 (Mon-Fri 9.30am and 5pm).

  • Getting a second opinion

    Getting a second opinion

    As a patient you may wish to ask for a second opinion to confirm diagnoses, explore treatment options, or just for your peace of mind. Here’s how to get one and things to think about before you ask for a second opinion.

  • Long-term conditions

    Long-term conditions

    About 25 million people in England have a long-term condition. A long-term condition is an illness that cannot be cured. It can usually be controlled with medicines or other treatments.

  • Our purpose

    Our purpose

    We believe that everyone should have access to the best healthcare when they need it most.

  • How to have a good GP appointment

    How to have a good GP appointment

    This page is to help you make the most of your GP appointment. It includes tips on how to prepare, what to ask and how to remember the information given to you.

  • Job vacancies

    Job vacancies

    Discover what it's like working for the Patients Association and find out about current opportunities.

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