How can AI help with medical questions?

AI helps by providing clear, evidence-based explanations to your medical questions. Copilot for health uses credible sources like Harvard Health and The Journal of the American Medical Association to give accurate, easy-to-understand answers.

Can AI help me find a doctor?

Yes. Copilot helps you find the right doctors quickly and confidently, matching based on specialty, location, gender, language, ratings and other preferences.

Is AI safe for healthcare advice?

Copilot is built on transparency and trust. It doesn’t diagnose or prescribe; instead, it provides health information from credible sources to help you make informed decisions.

How do I find a doctor near me using Copilot?

Simply prompt Copilot with something like: “Find doctors near me” or “Show pediatricians nearby.” You’ll receive a curated list of providers that match your needs. Be as specific as you can so Copilot can provide the best response for your needs. To learn more about care navigation in Copilot see here .

What medical sources does Copilot use?

Copilot relies on authoritative health information from credible sources, including Harvard Health and The Journal of the American Medical Association—all ranked by credibility and popularity.

How does Microsoft use personal health information users give to Copilot?

Microsoft will only use your conversations for the limited purposes explained in the Microsoft Privacy Statement to troubleshoot problems, diagnose bugs, prevent abuse, and to monitor, analyze, and improve performance. You control whether we can use your conversations to personalize your experience with Copilot and train our generative AI models to create a better experience for you and others.

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OCTOBER 31, 2025 5 MIN READ

Copilot for health: your AI companion for smarter medical decisions

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Healthcare today can feel confusing. Between unfamiliar medical terms, endless lists of providers, and difficulty accessing professional medical advice, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

Copilot for health changes that. It’s your AI companion designed to give you access to medical information and help you make sense of it, find doctors, and provide answers from credible sources, all in one place. Copilot for health is part of Microsoft’s broader vision of AI as a true companion: intelligent, empathetic, and useful.

With Copilot by your side, you can finally take control of your health, guided by clear explanations and insights.

How AI helps answer your medical questions

Whether you’re seeking clarity about symptoms or comparing treatments, your medical AI assistant can provide accessible, evidence-based guidance, all in natural conversation. Copilot helps you find credible, transparent health information from sources like Harvard Health, The Journal of the American Medical Association, and other peer-reviewed publications.

Copilot for health gives you:

Clear explanations. Copilot translates medical jargon into everyday language.
Credible sources. All information is sourced from major health systems, academic institutions, and peer reviewed journals—such as Harvard Health and The Journal of the American Medical Association.
Transparency. Every response cites its sources so you can verify and trust what you read.

Just ask Copilot questions like:

What are the symptoms of anemia?
I’m struggling with jet lag after traveling back from the UK, any tips?

Copilot isn’t an AI doctor or a replacement for your doctor, instead it empowers you to have more informed, confident conversations with them.

Find healthcare providers near you

Locating the right provider can be one of the hardest parts of healthcare. Copilot for health takes the stress out of the search.

Copilot helps you find nearby healthcare providers—including doctors, dentists, pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals—with just a few clicks. You can filter by specialty, gender, language, ratings, and location to see options that best fit your needs. Copilot then generates personalized matches and displays them on a map, making it easy to choose the most convenient by location.

For example, you can ask Copilot:

Help me find a PCP in my area for my aging parent, preferably Spanish speaking.
Find me a pediatrician for my new baby within walking distance, preferably female.

This feature is currently available across the Copilot web app and the Copilot iOS app.

Dos and don’ts of medical AI

While AI is a useful tool that can help you understand medical information, it’s important to clarify what it’s designed to do (and what it isn’t).

Dos:

Use AI as a reliable guide for finding doctors and understanding care options.
Let AI act as an always available medical assistant that explains information clearly.
Use AI as a transparent, unbiased source of clinically validated health content.

Don’ts:

Don’t use AI for medical diagnosis. If you’re concerned you may have a medical issue, you should seek the help of a medical professional.
Don’t replace your doctor or primary care provider with an “AI doctor”. AI isn’t a doctor. You should always consult a professional before making any medical decisions.

This clarity is what makes Copilot safe, responsible, and uniquely trustworthy.

Information in Copilot sourced from credible sources: Harvard Health, WHO, Mayo Clinic

Why Copilot is your AI assistant for navigating healthcare decisions

Copilot for health goes beyond answering medical questions, it redefines how people interact with healthcare. Its partnership with reputable medical sources, unbiased guidance free from pharma or insurance influence, and 24/7 accessibility make it both trustworthy and human-centered.

Clear citations, easy access, and empathetic design ensure Copilot isn’t just another AI medical tool: it’s a transparent, always-available companion built around you.

Take control of your health with Copilot

Health decisions shouldn’t feel like guesswork. With Copilot for health, you can explore medical information, find providers, and understand your options, confidently and clearly. Ask Copilot your health questions today in Copilot Web or the Copilot mobile app and see how effortless it can be to take control of your health.

Frequently asked questions

AI helps by providing clear, evidence-based explanations to your medical questions. Copilot for health uses credible sources like Harvard Health and The Journal of the American Medical Association to give accurate, easy-to-understand answers.
Yes. Copilot helps you find the right doctors quickly and confidently, matching based on specialty, location, gender, language, ratings and other preferences.
Copilot is built on transparency and trust. It doesn’t diagnose or prescribe; instead, it provides health information from credible sources to help you make informed decisions.
Simply prompt Copilot with something like: “Find doctors near me” or “Show pediatricians nearby.” You’ll receive a curated list of providers that match your needs. Be as specific as you can so Copilot can provide the best response for your needs. To learn more about care navigation in Copilot see here.
Copilot relies on authoritative health information from credible sources, including Harvard Health and The Journal of the American Medical Association—all ranked by credibility and popularity.
Microsoft will only use your conversations for the limited purposes explained in the Microsoft Privacy Statement to troubleshoot problems, diagnose bugs, prevent abuse, and to monitor, analyze, and improve performance. You control whether we can use your conversations to personalize your experience with Copilot and train our generative AI models to create a better experience for you and others.

DISCLAIMER: Features and functionality subject to change. Articles are written specifically for the United States market; features, functionality, and availability may vary by region.