Medical Disclaimer

Important health and safety information

Last updated April 2026
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THIS IS NOT MEDICAL ADVICE

WHAT'S IN ME? IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY

NEVER RELY SOLELY ON THIS APP FOR MEDICAL DECISIONS

Before Any Medical Procedure:

👨‍⚕️ALWAYS consult your physician or healthcare provider

🏥ALWAYS inform your MRI technologist about ALL implanted devices

📋ALWAYS bring official implant documentation and medical records

MR Safety Classifications Can Change

MRI safety information can be updated by manufacturers independently of FDA databases.

  • • Manufacturers may issue new safety guidelines
  • • Conditional MRI parameters may change
  • • Software versions can affect MRI compatibility
  • • Model revisions may have different safety profiles

⚠️ ALWAYS verify current safety information directly with the manufacturer before any MRI procedure.

What This App Does NOT Do

This App Does NOT:

Replace clinical judgment or professional medical assessment
Provide medical advice or treatment recommendations
Create a doctor-patient relationship of any kind
Guarantee accuracy of manufacturer data or safety information
Monitor or track your health status or device performance
Provide emergency medical services or urgent care

Data May Be Incomplete or Outdated

Our data comes from public FDA databases, which may contain:

  • Errors or omissions in original manufacturer submissions
  • Outdated information that hasn't been updated
  • Incomplete safety data for some devices
  • Processing delays between manufacturer updates and FDA records
  • Technical errors from our automated data collection

🔍 The displayed information may differ from current manufacturer guidelines. Always verify with the device manufacturer and your healthcare team.

In Emergency Situations

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CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY

DO NOT consult this app during medical emergencies

Emergency Protocol:

  1. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room
  2. Inform medical staff about ALL implanted devices
  3. Provide any official implant cards or documentation
  4. Let emergency professionals make all medical decisions

Emergency medical professionals have access to manufacturer resources and clinical expertise that this app cannot provide.

Healthcare Provider Responsibilities

For Medical Professionals:

This app is a reference tool only. Healthcare providers should:

  • Verify all device information through official manufacturer channels
  • Consult current manufacturer IFUs (Instructions for Use)
  • Review complete patient medical history and device documentation
  • Follow institutional protocols for MRI safety screening
  • Contact device manufacturers directly for current safety guidelines

Do not base clinical decisions solely on information from this application.

Patient Responsibilities

As a Patient, You Must:

  • Keep accurate records of all implanted medical devices
  • Maintain official implant cards provided by manufacturers
  • Inform ALL healthcare providers about your implants before any procedure
  • Ask questions if you're uncertain about device safety
  • Seek immediate medical attention if you experience device-related symptoms
  • Follow manufacturer instructions for device care and monitoring
  • Attend regular follow-up appointments as recommended by your physician

💡 You are your best advocate. Stay informed, ask questions, and maintain open communication with your healthcare team.

Legal Notice

No Doctor-Patient Relationship: Use of this application does not create any physician-patient, therapeutic, or professional relationship of any kind.

No Liability: What's In Me? and its operators assume no responsibility for medical decisions made using information from this application.

Jurisdiction: This disclaimer is governed by the laws of the State of Texas. Any disputes shall be resolved in Dallas County, Texas.

Report Data Concerns

If you notice inaccurate or outdated device information, please contact us:

Include device name, manufacturer, model number, and specific concern in your email.

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