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Unlock more with EMIS-X

Your system is packed with tools designed to make your GP practice smarter, faster and more connected.

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Make the most of EMIS-X and everything it offers

We’re here to make sure you get the full value from your system — from powerful new features to expert training and ongoing support.

Whether you’re looking for practical tips, upcoming webinars or real-world success stories, this page gives you everything you need to help you get the most out of EMIS-X®.

How much time can you save when using EMIS Web alongside EMIS-X?

Clinicians using EMIS Web® with EMIS-X together are saving up to 70% more time on key tasks compared to using EMIS Web alone. With EMIS-X you could save:

  • 12 seconds

    Finding and viewing a care record document during a consultation

  • 27 seconds

    Prescribing a medication while reviewing investigations

  • 42 seconds

    Prescribing a medication while reviewing a document

  • 30 seconds

    Prescribing a medication while reviewing consultation details

  • 29 seconds

    Adding consultation details to a referral

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EMIS-X top-tips

Dr Krishna Vakharia, Chief Medical Officer at Optum, shares her go-to tips for using EMIS-X in her practice. These insights show ways to improve efficiency, making your day-to-day tasks faster, simpler and easier to manage.

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    It’s made me so much more efficient when doing day-to-day tasks."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

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    I have all the information I need at my fingertips."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

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    Chief Medical Officer

    One of the reasons that I love EMIS-X is how it’s connected us as a practice."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

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    I have saved myself so much clicking and so much time."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

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    So much quicker than having to rely on your memory going in and out of tasks."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

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    Literally one thing talks to the other and it’s seamless."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

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    Really easy, really slick and so much more efficient."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer

Strengthen your skills with our easy-to-access training and support

Make the most of your system with a wide range of training and learning resources — all at no extra cost. From quick tips to in-depth sessions, we’ll help you build confidence and knowledge so you can work smarter every day. 

Optum Help Centre

A support platform offering online user guides and resources, including release notes, practical tips, product news and videos. You’ll also find technical support for system queries and answers to general enquiries — all in one place. 

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Expert Connect

Need a quick refresher on a feature or help getting started with something new?

Book a flexible one-hour online session with one of our friendly trainers. These sessions are designed for up to two people per practice, giving you focused time to ask questions and build your understanding. 

Book an Expert Connect session

Optum Learn

Our digital learning platform empowers you to learn at your own pace with a range of interactive training resources to develop your skills. Access courses, earn badges and certificates, and join live webinars — all designed to help you work smarter.

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Real stories, real impact

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    I believe intelligent systems like EMIS-X can really change the landscape of healthcare. It makes us faster, safer and more efficient from a patient point of view."

    Dr Alex Sobainsky

    GP Partner, Moss Grove Surgery, West Midlands

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    We’ve now completely transitioned all of our internal messaging to EMIS-X, it's really helping us improve communication across our team."

    Dr Matt Best

    GP Partner, Yelverton Surgery

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    Being able to access EMIS-X through a browser gives practices a flexible and reliable way to get to the information they need, when they need it."

    Dr Krishna Vakharia

    Chief Medical Officer, Optum

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    Since the launch, what we've been seeing from EMIS-X has been getting better and better, it's great to see the continuing enhancements and updates."

    Sherif Al-Marayati

    Business Manager, St John's Way Medical Centre

Stay ahead with the latest features, tools and enhancements — each designed to help you save time, work more efficiently and make everyday tasks simpler and easier to manage.

Explore what’s available in EMIS-X

  • Instant messenger

    A secure instant messaging tool for quick, reliable team communication across sites and remote working.

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  • Clinical views

    Quickly and easily access and view key patient info at the point of care.

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  • Recruit

    Enabling primary care teams to easily identify and invite patients to take part in clinical trials.

    Click to find out more
  • Pathway

    Easily identify at-risk patient groups for proactive healthcare interventions through referral onto the appropriate care pathway.

    Click to find out more

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