Pen and paper, Excel and email and software that hasn’t been purpose built to house patients most sensitive, personal information are being used by independent aesthetic practitioners across the UK. Patient data is at risk, and often, practitioners have no clue.

Yet, legally, accountable practitioners are required to take appropriate measures to keep their patient data safe.

As electronic patient records become the norm, it’s important for you to understand your responsibility in ensuring the software you use has the necessary technical and organisational systems in place.

Do you know how your patient data is stored? And the security measures they have in place?