How an optometrist can use AI, task by task

I work as an optometrist. Part of my job is to examine eyes, using observation, instruments, and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus, and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities, such as glaucoma or color blindness.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
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 optometrist. Part of my job is to analyze test results and develop a treatment plan.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
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 optometrist. Part of my job is to prescribe, supply, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
Device: [glasses, contacts]
Common issues: [fit, comfort]

List fitting and adjustment steps and patient instructions. 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 optometrist. Part of my job is to prescribe medications to treat eye diseases if state laws permit.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
Indication: [general]
Options: [drugs]

List considerations, interactions and dosing to verify. 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 optometrist. Part of my job is to prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
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 optometrist. Part of my job is to consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
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 optometrist. Part of my job is to provide patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
Procedure: [type]
Recovery period: [timing]

List complications to watch for, when to escalate, and plain-language aftercare instructions for patients. 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 optometrist. Part of my job is to remove foreign bodies from the eye.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
Condition type: [infection, injury]
Setting: [describe]

Summarize treatment approach 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 optometrist. Part of my job is to provide vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation.

Context: The work draws on medicine and dentistry, biology and therapy and counseling.
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.