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How to configure clinical history templates

Learn how to choose, duplicate, and adapt templates to your specialty's workflow.

Short answer

The best way to configure templates in Zello Life is to start with an existing template, duplicate it, remove unused fields, adjust the clinical wording, and test it in a short visit before making it the default.

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Start with an existing template

In Templates, choose a system template that is close to your specialty so you do not have to start from scratch.

02

Duplicate before customizing

Create a copy so the original remains unchanged. The copy becomes your working template.

03

Keep only the sections you use

Keep the complaint, history, examination, assessment, and plan when they fit your workflow. Remove fields that make the document unnecessarily long.

04

Save your preferred wording

Add phrases and instructions you commonly use. This helps the AI prepare text that is closer to your style.

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Test it in a short visit

Use the template in a simple visit, review the result, and refine it until the output is predictable.

Best practices

  • Very long templates increase review time.
  • Use clear clinical headings such as Assessment, Plan, and Instructions.
  • Create separate templates for initial and follow-up visits.

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