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Convert radiology images to patient-friendly reports with GPT-4 Vision & PDF email

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1. Workflow Overview

This automated n8n workflow transforms uploaded radiology images into professional, patient friendly PDF reports. It uses AI powered image analysis to interpret medical scans, simplify technical te...

Best for

  • Document Extraction automation workflows
  • Multimodal AI automation workflows
  • intermediate n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.webhook, n8n-nodes-base.code, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.googlesheets, n8n-nodes-base.gmail, n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-base.wait

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by Oneclick AI Squad.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Convert radiology images to patient-friendly reports with GPT-4 Vision & PDF email
Workflow name
Convert radiology images to patient-friendly reports with GPT-4 Vision & PDF email

This automated n8n workflow transforms uploaded radiology images into professional, patient-friendly PDF reports. It uses AI-powered image analysis to interpret medical scans, simplify technical terms, and produce clear explanations. The reports are formatted, converted to PDF, stored in a database, and sent directly to patients via email, ensuring both accuracy and accessibility.

πŸ₯ Workflow Overview:

Simple Process Flow:

  1. Upload Image β†’ 2. AI Analysis β†’ 3. Generate Report β†’ 4. Send to Patient

πŸ”§ How It Works:

  1. Webhook Trigger - Receives image uploads via POST request
  2. Extract Image Data - Processes patient info and image data
  3. AI Image Analysis - Uses GPT-4 Vision to analyze the radiology image
  4. Process Analysis - Structures the AI response into readable sections
  5. Generate PDF Report - Creates a beautiful HTML report
  6. Convert to PDF - Converts HTML to downloadable PDF
  7. Save to Database - Logs all reports in Google Sheets
  8. Email Patient - Sends the report via email
  9. Return Response - Confirms successful processing

πŸ“Š Key Features:

  • AI-Powered Analysis using GPT-4 Vision
  • Patient-Friendly Language (no medical jargon)
  • Professional PDF Reports with clear sections
  • Email Delivery with report attachment
  • Database Logging for record keeping
  • Simple Webhook Interface for easy integration

πŸš€ Usage Example:

Send POST request to webhook with:

{
  "patient_name": "John Smith",
  "patient_id": "P12345",
  "scan_type": "X-Ray",
  "body_part": "Chest",
  "image_url": "https://example.com/xray.jpg",
  "doctor_name": "Dr. Johnson",
  "patient_email": "[email protected]"
}

βš™οΈ Required Setup:

  1. OpenAI API - For GPT-4 Vision image analysis
  2. PDF Conversion Service - HTML to PDF converter
  3. Gmail Account - For sending reports
  4. Google Sheets - For logging reports
  5. Replace YOUR_REPORTS_SHEET_ID with your actual sheet ID

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1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Upload Image Trigger

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.webhook - webhook
Config choices
Version 2

Block 2 - Extract Image Data

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 3 - Analyze Radiology Image with AI

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 4 - Process AI Analysis

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 5 - Generate PDF Report

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 6 - Convert to PDF

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 7 - Save Report to Database

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.googleSheets - googleSheets
Config choices
Version 4.6

Block 8 - Email Report to Patient

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.gmail - gmail
Config choices
Version 2.1

Block 9 - Return Response

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 10 - Workflow Overview

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 11 - Required Setup

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 12 - Wait For PDF

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.wait - wait
Config choices
Version 1.1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Convert radiology images to patient-friendly reports with GPT-4 Vision & PDF email
Complexity intermediate
Nodes 12
Categories Document Extraction, Multimodal AI
Author Oneclick AI Squad
Published 12 Aug 2025

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/7275/7275.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Convert radiology images to patient-friendly reports with GPT-4 Vision & PDF email do?

This automated n8n workflow transforms uploaded radiology images into professional, patient friendly PDF reports. It uses AI powered image analysis to interpret medical scans, simplify technical te...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Document Extraction, Multimodal AI use case.