The Emergency Care Summary (ECS) is a national system that provides basic health information for all patients, including allergies, medications, and palliative care details.
Important Information
All access to ECS is audited. Suspicious activity may lead to disciplinary action or prosecution.
Before using ECS, review the following key documents:
- ECS User Guide
- FairWarning Guidance for Pharmacists/Managers
- Public-Facing Pharmacy Posters
- eHealth Security Statement
These resources explain how ECS access is monitored and your responsibilities regarding patient data and information governance.
ECS Access & Support
- New Access Requests:
Email loth.cpdt@nhs.scot for an application form. An NHS email address is required to receive credentials securely. - Reactivation Requests:
If your account has been inactive for over 90 days, contact loth.cpdt@nhs.scot for a reactivation form. - Password Reset:
Use the options on the ECS login page. - Username Help:
Call the eHealth team at 0131 536 5050.
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Last updated 14/05/25 EBR