Spiik

Use case

How to record a doctor's appointment, for you or a parent

The short answer

Ask the doctor first, then press record in Spiik and put your phone on the table. Afterward, you'll have the audio and a transcript to review, and you can share a summary with family. It's a memory aid, so check anything important with the doctor's office.

Before, during and after

  1. Ask at the start: "Is it OK if I record this so I can remember it?" Rules differ by location, and most doctors appreciate being asked.
  2. Press record and lock the phone if you like. The Lock Screen shows the timer.
  3. Afterward, read the transcript and tap any line to hear it again.
  4. Open AI Tools for a summary or bullet points, and share them with family using the share button.

Helping a parent

If you can't be in the room, a parent can record the visit on their own iPhone, with their doctor's agreement, and share the audio or transcript with you afterward. Only do this with your parent's consent.

What this isn't

Spiik isn't a medical device or a medical record, and AI summaries and transcripts can contain mistakes, especially with drug names and doses. Check medication details against the prescription, and ask the doctor's office about anything you're unsure of.

Audio is uploaded to create the final transcript, and the upload storage deletes it after one day, while AI tools send the transcript text to an AI provider. Read how Spiik handles your audio before you use it for health information.

Frequently asked questions

Is it legal to record my doctor?

It depends on where you live, and on the clinic's own policy. Asking first is the simple way to handle it.

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Spiik is an AI voice recorder and transcription app for iPhone, iPad and Mac, made by Fadel.io OÜ in Estonia. It records, transcribes and translates in 100+ languages, labels speakers, and turns a recording into notes, summaries, quizzes, flashcards and mind maps. It has 4.5 stars from 20,000+ App Store ratings worldwide. Spiik Pro costs $49.99 a year with a 7-day free trial, or $9.99 a month, in the US.

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