ChatGPT & Surgeon Synergy: Redefining Breast Reconstruction Consultations for Enhanced Patient Engagement and Satisfaction

Launched by WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · May 12, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called "ChatGPT & Surgeon Synergy," aims to improve the experience of patients who are having breast reconstruction consultations after surgery for breast cancer. In this study, patients will be divided into two groups. One group will receive information about reconstruction options generated by ChatGPT, a computer program designed to help provide clear educational materials. The other group will get the usual information provided by their healthcare team. After their consultations, both patients and surgeons will fill out surveys to share their thoughts on how helpful and satisfying the consultation was.

To be eligible for this trial, patients need to be at least 18 years old, scheduled for their first breast reconstruction consultation, and able to speak and understand English. Surgeons who want to participate must also be at least 18 years old, regularly perform breast reconstruction surgeries, and speak English. This study is not yet recruiting participants, but it hopes to gather valuable feedback that could enhance patient engagement and satisfaction during these important consultations.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Patient Eligibility Criteria:
• • Scheduled for initial preoperative breast reconstruction consultation following therapeutic or prophylactic mastectomy with a surgeon at Washington University School of Medicine.
• • At least 18 years of age.
• • Can speak and understand English.
• Surgeon Eligibility Criteria:
• • Routinely performs breast reconstruction surgery at Washington University School of Medicine.
• • At least 18 years of age.
• • Can speak and understand English.
• • Surgeon must not be a resident or fellow at time of enrollment.