Evaluating if ChatGPT Can Answer Common Patient Questions Compared With OrthoInfo Regarding Rotator Cuff Tears
Standard ChatGPT responses were less accurate and appropriate, with worse readability compared with OrthoInfo responses. Despite being easier to read, sixth-grade level ChatGPT responses compromised on accuracy and appropriateness. At this time, ChatGPT is not recommended as a standalone source for patient information on rotator cuff tears but may supplement information provided by orthopaedic surgeons.
Authors
- Eric Espinal
- Travis Baes
- Michael A. Gaudiani (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3366-1708)
- Jared M. Mahylis (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5946-8973)
- Stephanie J. Muh (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6617-4116)
- Alexander Jurayj (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8727-4448)
- Julio Nerys-Figueroa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1343-6394)
Institutions
- Henry Ford Hospital (US)
- Japan Real Estate Institute (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JAAOS Global Research and Reviews
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-24-00289
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Health Literacy and Information Accessibility
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 11.26