# Opal - Patient in the loop

> Patient-centric healthcare data platform for active care management and data sharing. (iPhone/iPad app by L’Institut de recherche du Centre universitaire de sante McGill.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opal-patient-in-the-loop/id1446920350 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [L’Institut de recherche du Centre universitaire de sante McGill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1446920349)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 16 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opal-patient-in-the-loop/id1446920350/reviews.md

## What is Opal?

Opal is a patient-in-the-loop data platform. It brings you, or the caregivers you choose, into the loop about your healthcare. Using Opal, you can play an active role in your care, make informed decisions about your care, and share your healthcare data with your healthcare providers and informal caregivers. You can also access the data of your family members if they allow you to have access.

Depending on your hospital, Opal may also provide you with virtual check-in and appointment call in so that you do not need to wait in the waiting room.

For a detailed list of participating clinics and their instructions on how to register, see: https://research.registration.opalmedapps.ca/#!/welcomePage.

Key Features
Opal provides you with:

  * Push notifications when new information is added to your chart,
  * Diagnosis information about your medical condition,
  * A calendar of information about your upcoming and past appointments, with maps and “how to prepare” instructions,
  * Your lab results (in real time with trends and links to explanatory materials),
  * Clinical notes written by your doctors,
  * Messages from your care team,
  * Questionnaires from your care team,
  * A library of curated reference information that is relevant to your medical condition and care,
  * Connectivity for Bluetooth-enabled smart devices so that you can share data from wearable devices with your care team,
  * E-consent forms and relevant material for research studies.

To learn more about Opal, or to find out how you can contribute to its development, visit us at www.opalmedapps.com/en.

## Key features

- Real-time health information updates
- Appointment scheduling and preparation
- Secure sharing with providers and caregivers
- Access to lab results and clinical notes
- Communication with care team
- Integration with smart devices

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opal-patient-in-the-loop/id1446920350/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Does not work with password managers

*2024-08-07, version 1.12.3*

The app does not play nice with iOS or chrome password managers.

### 5/5 — Opal app is great

*2024-05-27, version 1.12.3*

I just downloaded and registered to use the app. My first impression is good. You have access to medical reports, education materials and it serves as a repository for appointments (fed directly from the hospital.

### 4/5 — Great example of a much-needed patient-driven initiative

*2019-07-08, version 1.8.10*

Great start. The current version does not provide me with all the lab results that are pertinent to my cancer. Would it not be possible to include the same lab values that my doctor receives? 

Also

### 1/5 — Très utile mais connection fatigante

*2019-04-16, version 1.8.5*

Toujours obliger de se reconnecter. Même après avoir été sur une autre application pendants moins de 5 min. Taper sur mots de passe pour se connecter n’ouvre pas le clavier la plupart du temps. 
Pouvez-vous repenser et/ou re-concevoir la page de connexion? D’ici la ma note va rester une étoile même si l’application semble très pratique.

## Frequently asked questions about Opal

### What is Opal used for?

Opal is a patient-in-the-loop data platform designed to help you actively participate in your healthcare. It allows you to make informed decisions, share your health data with providers and caregivers, and access family health information.

### Is Opal free to use?

Yes, Opal is available for free. The application does not have any associated costs for users.

### What kind of health information can I access with Opal?

With Opal, you can access push notifications for new chart information, diagnosis details, upcoming and past appointments, lab results with trends, clinical notes from doctors, messages from your care team, and questionnaires.

### Can I share my health data with others using Opal?

Yes, Opal allows you to share your healthcare data with your healthcare providers and informal caregivers. You can also access the data of your family members if they grant you permission.

### Does Opal support integration with wearable devices?

Yes, Opal offers connectivity for Bluetooth-enabled smart devices. This allows you to share data from your wearable devices with your care team.

### What devices is Opal compatible with?

Opal is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for the Apple ecosystem.

### How often is Opal updated?

The latest version of Opal is 2.4.0, which was last updated on March 23, 2026. This indicates a history of regular updates to improve functionality and security.

### What is the age rating for Opal?

Opal has an age rating of 17+. This is due to the nature of medical information and its handling within the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5.0 — 2026-03-30

- Translated the app's user interface to Irish.
- Added a section for "Once-Only" questions.
- Updated various dependencies.

### 2.4.0 — 2026-03-23

- Translated the app's user interface to German.
- Updated various dependencies.
- Minor bug fixes.

### 2.3.0 — 2025-12-01

- Added support for generating and sharing an International Patient Summary.
- Updated various dependencies.

### 2.2.7 — 2025-08-20

Dependency updates and minor adjustments

### 2.2.6 — 2025-05-06

Minor adjustments and fixes.

- Changed configuration settings for login to Opal Demo.
- Increased the check-in radius for demo purposes.
- Fixed a bug preventing login on some devices running older iOS versions, including iOS 16.
- Made changes to the Technical / Legal page.
- Updated various dependencies.

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All apps by L’Institut de recherche du Centre universitaire de sante McGill: https://appshunter.io/developer/1446920349

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