Study: GPs could have patients assessed by AI chatbots before visits
A study says GPs could use AI chatbots to diagnose patients ahead of visits. Reports also warn of a serious risk alongside the opportunity.
Who is affected and how
- doctor
- The risk of pre-visit AI assessment is that it could shape the doctor's first impression and the course of the visit.
- health policy
- The risks need to be assessed before chatbots are introduced into primary care.
Sources
- GPs could use AI chatbots to diagnose patients ahead of visits, says studythe independent · Oct 9, 2026
- GPs could use AI chatbots to diagnose patients ahead of visits, says study | The Independentindependent.co.uk · Oct 9, 2026
- How GPs could use AI chatbots to improve patient care | The Independentthe-independent.com · Oct 9, 2026
- AI may be introduced to simplify GPs' work in Britain, but there is a serious risk - HuNgliahungliaonline.com · Oct 9, 2026 · magyar
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