AI in Allied Health – September 2026 Update

There’s been no shortage of noise in the AI and technology space this month, but this edition is less about chasing every new development and more about what’s actually useful in allied health practice.

This month, I’m sharing:

• Key themes from our latest AI in Allied Health Group Chat, including AI-enabled clinical workflows, interoperability, longitudinal health data and the importance of keeping clinicians actively involved in decision-making.
• New research on the rise of the “AI-informed patient” and how this is already changing clinical interactions.
• A practical “Prompt of the Month” to help critically review AI-generated health information brought into a session.
• Details of the next free Group Chat session.
• An invitation to join the new AI, Tech & Innovation in Allied Health Community.
• A quick survey on interest in a future in-person allied health tech and innovation event.

One of the strongest themes this month is that AI is no longer only changing how clinicians work behind the scenes. It is also changing what clients bring into the room, how conversations unfold, and what skills clinicians will need to navigate care well.

Want to get involved?

I’ve just launched the AI, Tech & Innovation in Allied Health Community, a free space to ask questions, share resources, swap ideas and continue the conversation between Group Chat sessions.

Join the community here.

I’m also exploring a small in-person allied health tech and innovation event for 2027, focused on practical technology, innovation and better ways of working.

Tell me what you’d genuinely consider attending here.

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