How an orthoptist can use AI, task by task

I work as an orthoptist. Part of my job is to examine patients with problems related to ocular motility, binocular vision, amblyopia, or strabismus.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Exam or test: [type]
Patient group: [describe]

Write a plain-language explanation, what patients will feel, and aftercare. 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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to evaluate, diagnose, or treat disorders of the visual system with an emphasis on binocular vision or abnormal eye movements.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to perform diagnostic tests or measurements, such as motor testing, visual acuity testing, lensometry, retinoscopy, and color vision testing.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Exam or test: [type]
Patient group: [describe]

Write a plain-language explanation, what patients will feel, and aftercare. 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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to provide nonsurgical interventions, including corrective lenses, patches, drops, fusion exercises, or stereograms, to treat conditions such as strabismus, heterophoria, and convergence insufficiency.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Condition: [describe]
Goals: [management]

Prepare patient education and follow-up plan. 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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to develop nonsurgical treatment plans for patients with conditions such as strabismus, nystagmus, and other visual disorders.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Situation: [condition or project, no names]
Options: [list]

Compare options and risks; list information needed. 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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to provide instructions to patients or family members concerning diagnoses or treatment plans.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Procedure or result: [describe generally, no patient details]
Who: [patient, family]

Prepare a calm explanation, risks in plain words, and answers to likely fears. Then play the patient.

I work as an orthoptist. Part of my job is to interpret clinical or diagnostic test results.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Test or image: [x-ray, lab, scan]
Clinical question: [what to rule in or out]

List systematic review steps and pitfalls. I make the diagnosis. 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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to refer patients to ophthalmic surgeons or other physicians.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Situation: [general, no patient details]
Options: [specialists, services]

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

I work as an orthoptist. Part of my job is to collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometrists, or other specialists in the diagnosis, treatment, or management of conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal diseases.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Case: [general, no identifiers]
Question: [what you need from colleagues]

Prepare a summary, the question and options. Then play the colleague. Suggest ways to open, phrases to avoid, and how to handle it if things get tense. Then play the other person so I can practice.

I work as an orthoptist. Part of my job is to assist ophthalmologists in diagnostic ophthalmic procedures, such as ultrasonography, fundus photography, and tonometry.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Procedure: [describe]
My role: [describe]

List prep, sequence and anticipation tips. 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 orthoptist. Part of my job is to perform vision screening of children in schools or community health centers.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and psychology.
Exam or test: [type]
Patient group: [describe]

Write a plain-language explanation, what patients will feel, and aftercare. 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.