SMRTR AIAug 26, 2026The Next Web

AI receptionists seem like a dangerous idea after a patient revealed her doctor’s system could not understand her speech

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A UK GP surgery removed its AI receptionist after a stroke patient couldn't use it because her speech was affected and she needed speakerphone. Critics say the system failed people with accents or speech differences. With NHS AI expanding, experts warn accessibility standards must be enforced before more patients are left behind.

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