How a pediatric surgeon can use AI, task by task

I work as a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes.

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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to consult with patient's other medical care specialists, such as cardiologist and endocrinologist, to determine if surgery is necessary.

Case: [general, no identifiers]
Participants: [disciplines]

Prepare an agenda, key points and questions. 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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to describe preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, or preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area, to parents or guardians of the patient.

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 a pediatric 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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to examine fetuses, infants, children, and adolescents, and diagnose health issues to determine need for intervention, such as surgery.

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 a pediatric 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 a pediatric 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 a pediatric 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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to inform parents and guardians of child's health problems and surgical procedures through various channels, such as in-person and telecommunication systems.

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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to interpret results of preoperative tests and physical examinations.

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 a pediatric 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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to monitor patient's recovery, making follow-up visits and using postoperative assessment techniques, such as blood and imaging tests.

Treatment or condition: [general type, no patient details]
What I track: [signs, scores, labs]

List the signs of good progress, warning signs, and questions to ask at each review. Make a charting template.

I work as a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to operate on fetuses, infants, children, and adolescents to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patients' 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 a pediatric surgeon. Part of my job is to perform transplantation operations, such as organ transplants, on fetuses, infants, children, and adolescents.

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 a pediatric 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 a pediatric 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.