Patient.info vs iatroX (2025): Patient Leaflets vs Clinical Decisions
At a Glance
Who is it for?
iatroX:Clinicians needing answers.
Patient.info (Professional):Clinicians needing leaflets & overviews.
Why choose iatroX?
- **Speed**: Answers specific questions without scrolling through long articles.
- **Guideline Precision**: Direct links to specific NICE paragraphs.
- **Tools**: Integrated Quiz and Brainstorm.
Why choose Patient.info (Professional)?
- **Patient Leaflets**: The industry standard for printing/emailing to patients.
- **Plain English**: Explanations designed to be shared.
- **Breadth**: Huge library of condition overviews.
Feature Comparison
| Capability | iatroX | Patient.info (Professional) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary User | - | The Patient (and Doctor) |
| Tech | - | Static Articles |
In-Depth Analysis
Overview
Patient.info is unique because it serves two masters: the patient and the professional. Its 'Professional Reference' articles are excellent, but they are static text. Its real superpower is the patient-facing content.
iatroX serves only one master: the clinician. It assumes you have medical training and gives you the high-level, precise answer you need to manage the case.
The Workflow
The perfect consult often involves both: use iatroX to check the management plan for yourself, then use Patient.info to print the leaflet for the patient.
Use-Cases
Explaining Gout to a Patient
When to choose iatroX
- Can suggest analogies.
When to choose Patient.info (Professional)
- **Essential.** Print the 'Gout - Diet' leaflet.
Managing Acute Gout
When to choose iatroX
- **Winner.** 'What is the colchicine dosing schedule?' -> Instant answer.
When to choose Patient.info (Professional)
- Good overview, but requires reading the 'Professional Reference' article.
FAQs
- Can iatroX write patient leaflets?
- iatroX can draft simple explanations, but for trusted, governance-approved leaflets, Patient.info remains the standard.