Dundee GP practice trials robot to assist with patient health checks
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Dundee GP practice trials robot to assist with patient health checks

21 Aug 2026 · Originally published 20 Aug 2026 7/10 Original headline: 'It's a bit odd at first': The robot helping with NHS health checks
A 3ft-tall robot named Teme is being trialled at a Dundee GP surgery to perform routine health checks like blood pressure and weight monitoring. By collecting this information before a patient meets their doctor, the technology aims to free up more time for face-to-face consultations.
Source: BBC Scotland
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