# Clinicians Start Advising Patients to Consult AI Before Appointments

The emerging pattern places models on both sides of the consultation, as patient preparation and as a clinician's second opinion, with no regulatory framework covering either use.

- Published: 2026-08-25T06:26:21.272Z
- Canonical: https://polylog.news/ai/2026-08-25/clinicians-start-advising-patients-to-consult-ai-before-appo
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- Section: tech
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A shift in medical practice is being reported that has not gone through any approval process. AI Post describes patients being advised to consult AI tools before appointments to arrive with a clearer understanding of their condition and the…

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