Can generative AI-enabled ChatGPT or large language models (LLMs) assist orthopedic surgeons?

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Medical Artificial Intelligence

Background:

• Generative AI models like ChatGPT are gaining traction in healthcare.
• Orthopedic surgery is exploring AI integration for enhanced patient care and operational efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

• To provide an overview of current research on ChatGPT in orthopedics.
• To explore the applications, benefits, challenges, and ethical implications of AI in orthopedic surgery.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of studies on ChatGPT in orthopedic care.
• Analysis of AI's role in patient communication, treatment planning, surgical outcomes, and diagnostics.

Main Results:

• ChatGPT demonstrates potential in improving patient communication, treatment planning, and diagnostic processes.
• Key challenges include data security, ethical considerations, and the reliability of AI for self-diagnosis.

Conclusions:

• AI, particularly ChatGPT, has significant potential to revolutionize orthopedic practice.
• Addressing security, ethics, and validation is crucial for successful AI adoption in orthopedics.