How an orthopedic surgeon can use AI, task by task

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.

What's involved: [research to develop and test surgical techniques: where, when, who's affected]

Make me a step-by-step checklist to conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques, the details I should double-check before I start, and a 3-line template for noting it's done.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions, and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.

Presentation: [symptoms, signs, no patient details]
Results: [tests]

List a differential with what supports or argues against each, and next tests. I make the diagnosis.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

Presentation: [symptoms, signs, no patient details]
Results: [tests]

List a differential with what supports or argues against each, and next tests. I make the diagnosis.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.

Team: [counselors, clinicians, staff]
Issue or goal: [describe]

Help me prepare: the key message in 2 sentences, what good looks like, how people might react and how I'll respond, and one thing I'll check next week.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.

Setting: [OR, procedure room]
Items: [instruments, equipment]

List sterility verification steps. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk.

Exam type: [general, musculoskeletal, pre-participation]
Patient group: [general description]

Make an exam sequence, plain-language explanations, and red flags. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to follow established surgical techniques during the operation.

Protocol: [infection control, safety]
Unit: [describe]

Summarize key steps and audit questions. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to manage surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment.

Situation this week: [describe it, no names, e.g. planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment]
What I need from the team: [the outcome]

Give me a short agenda or plan, the key message in 2 sentences, how people might react and how to respond to each. Then role-play the toughest person so I can practice.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to operate on patient's musculoskeletal system to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.

Procedure: [type]
Key steps: [describe]

Summarize as study notes with risks and patient education points. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.

Presentation: [general, no patient details]
Question: [what to rule in or out]

List tests that could help, what each tells you, and costs or risks. I decide. Argue the strongest case against my current view and list what extra information would change the decision. I make the final call.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, or preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area.

Condition: [general, no patient details]
Options: [list]

Compare options and evidence. I prescribe. Argue the strongest case against my current view and list what extra information would change the decision. I make the final call.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to provide consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons.

Procedure: [type]
Role: [first assist, consult]

Summarize steps and key moments as study notes. Keep it free of any patient details, add plain-language wording I can use with people, and list the warning signs that mean I should escalate.

I work as an orthopedic surgeon. Part of my job is to refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.

Situation: [general, no patient details]
Options: [specialists, services]

List red flags and criteria for referral, and what to include in the referral. I decide.