Medical Disclaimer

Last Updated: January 2025

PLEASE READ THIS DISCLAIMER CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS WEBSITE.

Not Medical Advice

AI in the Exam Room is an educational website about artificial intelligence literacy in healthcare. It is NOT a medical website and does NOT provide medical advice.

The content on this website:

  • Teaches about AI tools and their limitations
  • Provides frameworks for evaluating AI-generated health information
  • Offers educational resources for patients and healthcare providers
  • Does NOT diagnose, treat, or provide recommendations for any medical condition

No Physician-Patient Relationship

Visiting this website or using its educational materials does NOT create a physician-patient relationship between you and Dr. John Ferguson or any other healthcare provider.

Dr. Ferguson's role in creating this curriculum is as an educator, not as your physician.

Always Consult Your Healthcare Provider

If you have a health concern:
  • Contact your personal healthcare provider
  • Do not rely on AI tools for diagnosis or treatment decisions
  • Do not delay seeking care based on anything you read here or from AI
If you have a medical emergency:
  • Call 911 immediately
  • Go to your nearest emergency room
  • Do not consult AI or websites—get help now

The Curriculum's Core Message

This entire curriculum teaches one central principle:

Use AI for information and preparation.
See your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

If you take anything from this website, take that.

AI Information May Be Wrong

This curriculum teaches that AI can be wrong—sometimes dangerously wrong. The same applies to any information source, including this website.

  • We strive for accuracy but may have errors
  • Medical knowledge evolves
  • AI technology changes rapidly
  • Individual circumstances vary

Always verify important information with qualified professionals.

Limitation of Liability

Dr. John Ferguson, AI in the Exam Room, EdAI Systems, and all affiliated parties:

  • Make no warranties about the accuracy or completeness of content
  • Are not liable for any damages arising from use of this website
  • Are not liable for any medical decisions or outcomes
  • Are not liable for any actions taken based on AI tools discussed here

For Healthcare Providers

The clinical scenarios, scripts, and documentation templates on this website are educational examples. They:

  • Are not a substitute for clinical judgment
  • May not apply to your specific patients or practice
  • Should be adapted to your clinical context
  • Do not constitute legal advice regarding liability

Consult your own legal counsel regarding documentation practices and liability concerns.

Third-Party Content

This website may reference or link to AI tools, studies, or other third-party content. We do not:

  • Endorse any specific AI product
  • Guarantee the accuracy of external sources
  • Control third-party content or privacy practices

Acknowledgment

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this disclaimer.

If you do not agree, please do not use this website.

Contact

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