In the Internet age, virtually every business has a website. However, if you are a healthcare professional, you might not be getting the best out of your practice's website without a patient portal. If you want to cut down on wasted time, simplify patient intake, and help your patients feel cared for, you should consider adding a helpful patient portal to your website. What Exactly Is A Patient Portal? Patient portals are secure pages on your practice's website that allow your patients to give you their information prior to appointments and get in contact with you when necessary.