Robot helper to answer surgery questions?

NCT ID NCT04017351

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will give 200 plastic surgery patients access to an artificial intelligence virtual assistant called AIVA. The assistant answers questions about their upcoming surgery. Researchers want to see if this reduces phone calls to clinic staff and improves patient and provider satisfaction.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Artificial intelligence virtual assistant (AIVA)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could reduce phone calls and make it easier for patients to get answers about their surgery.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early study that hasn't started yet. The virtual assistant may not reduce calls or improve satisfaction as hoped.

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Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Florida

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States

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