Patient communication
WhatsApp assistant
What it does
It introduces itself
The first message says it is an artificial intelligence system, as the AI Act requires.
Emergencies first
If the message is about an emergency it replies with a fixed sentence giving the emergency number, without consulting the model.
Hands over to a person
It leaves a note for the practice in the diary, without the message text, and stays silent from then on.
Which data flows
The patient’s messages go through WhatsApp and 360dialog and reach Mistral in Europe for the reply; the text is not logged. By default 360dialog stores messages in the United States: storage in Europe is chosen in the practice’s account.
Questions about this connection
Why is it “in testing”?
It works on a test diary, not yet on the practice’s real one. It also needs a verified WhatsApp Business account and Mistral’s written confirmation on data retention.
Does it give medical advice?
No. It books appointments and answers about opening hours and services; for everything else it hands over to someone at the practice.
Other connections
- Patient communicationSMS to patientsAppointment reminders and confirmations, and the code for signing consents.To be switched onLearn more →
- Patient communicationRemote check-upA video call with the patient after an in-person visit, browser to browser, with no external service.In testingLearn more →
- Payments and invoicesPractice invoicesThe invoice is made from the record, with VAT exemption where it applies and the stamp duty.AvailableLearn more →