Cancer is one of the deadliest diseases that have taken the lives of millions of people around the world. It is actually an abnormal growth of the cells and there are over 100 different types of cancer. Some of the most common types are skin cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, lung cancer, lymphoma, and prostate cancer. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is recognized as one of the most respected and trusted centers in the world, devoted to the cancer patient research, prevention, care, and education.
The mission of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eradicate cancer in Texas, in the nation, and in the entire world through exceptional programs. They are trying to achieve this through patient care, research, prevention and education for the graduate and undergraduate students, employees, professionals, trainees and the public. In this guide, you will learn about their MyChart portal and we will tell you how to set up and access this portal.
What Is MyChart?
MyChart is a personalized and secure online portal that assists people to take a vigorous role to manage their care at the MD Anderson. There are a number of activities that people can perform by accessing this online portal. This portal can either be accessed from a personal computer or from a mobile device through their official mobile app. After accessing this portal, you can access your important health information, find directions, send messages, request or reschedule appointments, and view your test results.
You can communicate with your doctor through this portal and can also request prescription refills. This is a secure account that can be accessed anytime and from wherever you are. To access this portal, you need to use your username or MRN (medical record number) and password. To learn more about this program, or to get further assistance with their program, you can also call ask MD Anderson and talk to their health information specialist. Their phone number is 877-632-6789.
New Patients: Setting Up Your MD Anderson Cancer Center MyChart Account
If you are a new patient, then you should’ve received your activation code. If you haven’t yet received the validation code, then you can talk to their staff member by dialing their helpline. You can also find this code on your “After Visit Summary” document. Once you have the code, you should go to their official MyChart webpage and click “Create a new account”. We will give you the webpage link later in this article. After that, you should enter your activation code, MRN (patient’s medical record number) and your date of birth and click “Submit” button.
Now, simply create your username and password. The username must be a combination of alphanumeric and the password needs to be 7-12 characters, both alpha and numeric. Also, enter your email address. If you don’t remember your username, then the MRN can be used to log in. This portal can be accessed on any internet browser, but make sure that you are using an updated browser.
Instructions To Sign In MyChart Account
After setting up your MyChart account, you can access it from your computer or a smart device, like a smartphone or a tablet. To access this portal using your smart device, you should download their official app on your device, and then launch it and enter your username or MRN and password to log in. You can download their app on:
- App Store (Apple users only)
- Google Play (Android users only)
If you want to access this portal from your personal computer, then you should follow the steps that we have mentioned below:
- Access their official MyChart webpage to log in. The URL to access that webpage is: www.mymdanderson.org
- Once there, you can see the “Login” form on the left-hand side with a couple of empty fields. Enter your MRN or username and password and finally hit the red “Login” button to access this web portal.
After logging in, you can view the all-important health information in one place. You can even access this portal on-the-go, using your smart device.
Forgot Your Password?
In case, if you ever forget your password and can’t access your account, then you can recover it on the same login page. Just look at the “Forgot your password?” link just under the “Login” button and click it. On the new page, enter your MRN and the email that you used to create your profile. After that, click “Email Link” button. A link will be sent to your email address, so you should open your email and click the link provided in the email to recover your password.
You can call 713.794.4636 to get technical support. After dialing this number, you should press 6 for the wireless support from their 4INFO technical support team.
