Most people leave medical appointments having understood about half of what they were told. Briefly records your visit — with your doctor’s knowledge — and gives you a plain-English summary of everything that happened.
Always ask your doctor first. If recording isn’t allowed, Briefly supports structured notes.
“I finally understood why my doctor changed my medication. I played the recording back to my daughter and we both felt so relieved.”

“Your doctor is starting Amlodipine to relax your blood vessels.”
In a national survey, patients said exactly what they want: ‘Explain it better. Give me something to read afterwards. Let me be in control of my healthcare.’ Briefly is that something — a plain-English summary patients can share with family the same day.
Briefly transforms consultation recordings into clinical letters and patient summaries — built in 2024 by a practising Cardiologist. For patients, it records your consultation — with your doctor's knowledge — and creates a plain-English summary you can understand and share with family. For clinicians, it turns those same recordings into source-verified consultation letters. Your data is always encrypted and never shared.
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What your doctor said
“The echocardiogram revealed moderate mitral regurgitation with preserved LVEF at 58%. I’d recommend serial surveillance with repeat TTE in 12 months and optimisation of afterload reduction with an ACE inhibitor.”
What Briefly. explains
“Your heart scan showed that one of your heart valves isn’t closing properly, letting some blood flow backwards. Your heart is still pumping well overall (58% — that’s normal). Your doctor wants to do another scan in 12 months and start a blood pressure tablet that helps reduce the strain on your valve.”
Briefly is for anyone who wants to understand and remember their health conversations.
You see more specialists than anyone else. You deserve to leave every appointment with a clear, written record — not just a memory of what was said.
When Mum comes home from the cardiologist and can’t explain what happened, Briefly can. A plain-English summary, ready to share.
When the nearest specialist is hours away and the next appointment is months out, every consultation matters. Briefly makes sure nothing gets lost.
You’re managing your own health, your kids’, and your parents’. You don’t have time to chase up what the doctor said. Briefly gives you the summary before you’ve left the car park.
From consultation to understanding—simple and secure.
Ask your doctor if it’s okay to record. Then just tap start. Most doctors welcome it — better-informed patients make their job easier. Briefly. handles the rest.
Briefly. explains what happened — in plain English. Every medical term translated. Follow-up steps listed clearly. No medical degree required.
Send a secure, PIN-protected link to your partner, your children, or your carer. They’ll understand your health as well as you do. Revoke access anytime.
In the 2025 NAB Health Insights Survey, Australian patients said what they want most from healthcare: ‘Give me things to read afterwards.’ ‘Allow me to be in control of my healthcare.’ Overall healthcare satisfaction has declined for the second consecutive year — to just 6.4 out of 10.
Briefly bridges that gap. By turning your appointment into a plain-English summary, you get a clear record you can read at your own pace, discuss with your family, and bring to your next appointment. Better understanding leads to better health decisions.
Recording laws vary by jurisdiction. We always recommend you ask your doctor first, regardless of local regulations. If your doctor says no, that’s okay — Briefly. will help you take structured notes instead.
Your recording is encrypted and stored securely. Only you can access it. Your doctor doesn’t see your recording or summary unless you choose to share it.
Briefly. doesn’t just summarise — it translates. Every medical term is explained in language anyone can understand. No medical degree required.
Briefly. includes a consent workflow that makes it easy and natural to ask your doctor about recording. Most doctors welcome it — better-informed patients make their job easier.
Want to share with family? Briefly. creates a secure link protected by a PIN you set. Share with your partner, your children, or your carer — and revoke access anytime.
Sources: NAB Health Insights 2025-26, Deepgram State of Voice Technology 2025
Stories from our early patient community
"After my heart appointment, I couldn’t remember half of what the doctor explained. Briefly gave me a clear summary in plain English — what aortic stenosis actually means, why I’m on new medication, and exactly what to do next. I shared it with my daughter and we both finally understand my care plan."
"I couldn’t always be at my mother’s appointments. Now she records them and shares the summary with me instantly. For the first time in years, I feel informed."
When someone you love has a medical appointment and you can’t be there, Briefly. bridges the gap.
“My mother lives in a different city. She records her appointments with Briefly., and I get a clear summary I can actually understand. For the first time in years, I’m not worried about what she might have missed.”
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Answers to what patients ask most before getting started.
In a 2025 national survey, Australian patients said what they value most is being listened to, not rushed, and having things explained in simpler language. They asked for "something to read afterwards." After your consultation, Briefly creates a plain-English summary of what was discussed, including your diagnosis, treatment plan, and next steps. Medical jargon is translated into language you can understand and act on.
Yes. Patients told the NAB Health Survey one of the things they value most is being "in control of my healthcare." Briefly puts that control in your hands — securely share your appointment summary with family members, caregivers, or other healthcare providers. You control who sees your information and can revoke access at any time.
Your data is encrypted with AES-256 at rest and TLS 1.3 in transit. Briefly never shares your health information with third parties. You can export or delete your data at any time.
Your first recording is free with no account required. After that, Briefly offers affordable patient plans so you can continue understanding your healthcare journey.
Yes. With your clinician's permission, you can use Briefly to record your consultation and receive a plain-English summary afterward. Always obtain consent before recording.
Your plain-English summary is ready within 60 seconds of your recording ending. You'll see your diagnosis, treatment plan, medications, and next steps clearly explained — no medical jargon.
Not for your first recording. You can try Briefly with a free practice run — no sign-up required. To save your summaries, share with caregivers, or access your history, you can create a free account in seconds.
Every consultation summary includes three key takeaways — the most important things to remember from your appointment. You can share these with family or caregivers using a simple link.
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Content last updated: March 2026
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"The test results show some irregularity in your heart rhythm, but nothing concerning..."
Summary: Cardiology Appointment
January 17, 2026 | Dr. Patel
What We Discussed
Your recent chest discomfort that happens mostly when climbing stairs.
What Was Found
A heart murmur was detected during the examination.
Next Steps
An echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) has been scheduled for next week.
Medications
Continue current medications. No changes needed at this time.
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