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Comparison of an AI-Based Self-Triage System with Traditional Physical Triage Methods

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  • Maaike Wempe

  • Frits Holleman

  • Michiel Schinkel

  • Michiel Gorzeman

  • October 1, 2026

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    This study compares an AI self-triage system with traditional physical triage methods in emergency departments.

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    AI self-triage is currently not suitable for widespread implementation and cannot replace physical triage.

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    The Dutch NTS is a widely used triage system that lacks validation and has faced criticism from healthcare personnel.

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    Symptomate, the AI triage program, uses machine learning and natural language processing to assess urgency and recommend care.

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    The study evaluates the agreement between urgency classifications assigned by the NTS and the AI triage program.

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Concordance between an artificial intelligence self-triage programme and physical triage

  • by Maaike Wempe, Frits Holleman, Michiel Schinkel, Michiel Gorzeman

  • October 1, 2026

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