Digital services in the NHS

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Find out more about some of the digital services available in the NHS and how to access them.

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What digital NHS tools and services are available?

What services are available in secondary care?

  • Video camera (capsule) endoscopy Graphic of a smartphone and a hand that is touching the screen.
A Pillcam is a small video capsule the size of a large vitamin pill. It is used to provide endoscopies. This is an operation for people with gastrointestinal bleeding and unexplained abdominal pain. It can also be used for conditions such as Crohn's disease. After you swallow the video capsule, it will be transported naturally through the stomach and intestine. It captures pictures of the lining of the large intestine. 

  • Video diaries 
Some hospitals use a service called ‘vCreate’ which provides secure video messaging. This service lets hospital staff record and send video updates to parents when they’re unable to be with their children. There is no cost to parents or the unit. 

  • Booking sexual health services 
NaSH’ is an online appointment booking system for sexual health services. It provides an easy way for you to find and book an appointment at sexual health clinics across Scotland. It will help you to book an appointment that is most convenient for you. It allows you to search for an appointment based on gender, age, type of appointment or service you require and location. 

  • Maternity records 
Scottish Women-Held Maternity Record (SWHMR) allows women access to their maternity records. You can access it over the internet through a PC, tablet device, or mobile phone. The information comes from your hospital based its maternity system. It is made up of details entered by your midwife or other health professionals involved in your care. 

  • Near me 
Near Me can also be used for secondary care appointments. It works exactly the same as it would for a consultation with your GP.

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