Askellyn

What is Askellyn?

Askellyn is an AI companion designed to help people navigate breast cancer. It offers empathy and information, answering questions while leaving medical advice to healthcare professionals. It is available around the clock and in multiple languages.

Who created Askellyn?

Askellyn was created by Ellyn Winters-Robinson, a breast cancer survivor and family doctor, in partnership with Gambit Technologies and The Lyndall Project. It is the first conversational AI focused on breast cancer support.

What is Askellyn used for?

Askellyn answers questions about breast cancer, provides emotional support, and offers guidance to patients and their families. It is available 24/7, including late-night hours when doctors may not be reachable, and can respond in any language. It is intended to complement, not replace, professional medical advice. It also helps address cultural barriers that make some women hesitant to ask physicians questions and offers a safe space for concerns patients might not raise with their care team.

Who is Askellyn for?

Askellyn serves breast cancer patients and their loved ones, as well as healthcare professionals such as oncologists, family doctors, clinical oncologists, and massage therapists. It is also aimed at women in cultural situations where they may feel reluctant to ask physicians for help.

How to use Askellyn?

Visit askellyn.ai and start chatting. Ask any breast cancer-related question and Askellyn will respond with empathy and support, not medical advice. The website also offers additional resources and ways to support the platform.