Artificial Intelligence Is Changing Orthopaedics

Jonathan Dubin, MD, FAAOS

The following is an output from ChatGPT when asked, “Can you help write an AAOS Now article on the impact of artificial intelligence?”

A Test Drive of ChatGPT and Generative AI in Orthopaedics

Alan M. Reznik, MD, MBA, FAAOS

Understanding that ChatGPT is primarily a language model, the question for AAOS members is how this system can be implemented within the patient-surgeon relationship.

ICL Illuminates the Cost-value Equation in Orthopaedic Care

Cailin Conner

During the Instructional Course Lecture (ICL) titled “Costing for the Clinician: How to Understand Cost in Orthopaedic Care,” moderator Brian Cunningham, MD, FAAOS, led a lively discussion on the factors impacting costs associated with care of musculoskeletal conditions.

Fictional Scenario Underscores How Non-compete Clauses Can Contribute to a Culture of Hospital Disloyalty to Physicians

David Bennett, MD, FAAOS

Increasingly, I hear stories from all over the United States that sound much like Dr. Doe’s story in one way or another; just substitute “workspace” for block time, clinic staff, remuneration cuts, or termination.

BHG Financial: New AAOS Member Advantage Program Partner Offers Discounted Products and Services

Members can take advantage of exclusive access to personal, business, and Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) loans from BHG Financial.

Study Finds Greater Complications after Elective Orthopaedic Procedures in Older Patients Treated during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Rebecca Araujo

The authors of a study presented at the AAOS 2023 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas sought to identify whether delays, cancellations, and changes to elective orthopaedic procedures during the height of the pandemic increased the incidence of postoperative complications in older patients.