Prepare questions for a doctor's appointment

beginner⏱ Rough guide only: 20–30 minutes

Last reviewed by Amara Lewis

How can AI help me prepare for a doctor's appointment?

Tell Claude or ChatGPT your symptoms, when they started and what makes them better or worse, and ask for a short summary to read out plus the five most useful questions. It helps you make the most of a short appointment; it must not replace your doctor's diagnosis.

Copy-and-paste prompt

Swap the bits in [square brackets] for your own details.

I have a GP appointment about [symptoms or issue]. It started [when] and [what makes it better or worse]. Help me write a short, clear summary to read out, plus the 5 most useful questions to ask. Do not diagnose me.

How to do it

  1. Open Claude or ChatGPT and start a new chat.
  2. Copy the prompt below and replace everything in [square brackets] with your details.
  3. Read the answer and ask follow-up questions to adjust it.
  4. Save or print the result you're happy with.

What a good answer looks like

Illustrative example written by the AI My Day team to show the kind of answer you can expect. Real results vary.

Summary to read out: "For about three weeks I've had a dry cough, worse at night and after exercise. No fever. Over-the-counter linctus hasn't helped. It's affecting my sleep." Questions: 1. What are the most likely causes? 2. Do I need any tests? 3. What can I do at home in the meantime? 4. Which symptoms mean I should come back sooner? 5. When should I expect it to improve?

Recommended tools

Helps you organise symptoms clearly so you get the most from short appointments.

Claude

An AI assistant known for clear, natural writing and handling long documents.

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ChatGPT

A general-purpose AI assistant you can chat to by typing, talking or sharing photos.

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Top tips

  • Use AI to prepare, never to replace medical advice.

Frequently asked questions

Should I ask AI what's wrong with me?

No – use it to organise your thoughts, not to diagnose. If symptoms are severe or sudden, seek urgent help.

Is my health data private?

Avoid names and identifiers, and check the tool's privacy settings.

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