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Orthopedic Hand Specialist
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Consultation for Pain Management

The Pain Consultation template by s10.ai is expertly crafted for healthcare professionals, especially hand surgeons, to meticulously document comprehensive evaluations of patients with chronic pain. This template features sections dedicated to detailing pain characteristics, previous interventions, and management strategies, alongside physical examination findings and diagnostic impressions, ensuring a thorough and accurate assessment. Perfect for chronic pain management clinics, this template enhances documentation efficiency and elevates patient care by offering a structured format to capture all pertinent clinical information. Explore the benefits of adopting this template to streamline your practice and improve patient outcomes.

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Template Structure

Organized sections for comprehensive clinical documentation

Chronic Pain Management Clinic Evaluation(compose as a narrative with complete sentences, first person, may refer to patient by their first name.)
[Patient Name seen in evaluation on date of transcription, referred by referring physician and when for reason for chief complaint.] (always include as will be mentioned either in transcript, contextual notes or clinical note.) [Duration of Evaluation](always include, this can be found in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note.)
[Describe current issue(s), reasons for visit, discussion topics, history of presenting complaints, etc. Describe pain specifically including qualitative characteristics, where it anatomically located, quality, when it is worse, exacerbating factors, relieving factors, and score out of 10. Impacts on daily functioning should be noted, including mobility, sleep, mood, working, social relationships.] (note that there may be multiple issues, describe each one in detail) (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe pain interference score total score, what two individual components of the score were most severe, and specific symptoms that were highlighted on the pain interference questionnaire.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe a summary of the outcome of past interventions and how these affected the symptoms.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
Nonpharmacologic Management
[Describe past physiotherapy, occupational therapy, counselling, psychology, psychiatry, chiropractor, athletic therapy, etc. and how this affected the symptoms] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise state "no nonpharmacologic management has been tried".)
Pharmacologic Management
[Describe medication(s) the patient is currently taking to treat pain e.g. narcotics, NSAIDs, acetaminophen, gabapentin, pregabalin, antidepressants, topical treatments; including the dose, frequency and how long they have been on the medication(s). and how this affected the symptoms. Also include past medication(s) trialed, how they worked and the reason for stopping, how long they were on it, and when they stopped.] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise state "no pharmacologic management has been tried".)
Interventional Management
[Describe past surgeries or pain interventions including blocks, steroid injections, radiofrequency ablation, etc. who did them, how many times and how this affected the symptoms] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise state "no interventional management has been tried".)
Past Medical History
[Describe past medical history, excluding previous surgeries] (write as a numbered list, only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise write "no significant past medical history".)
Past Surgical History
[Describe previous surgeries] (write as a numbered list, only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise write "no previous surgeries".)
Allergies
[Mention allergies and reaction if known] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
Medications
[Describe medications, do not include dose or frequency](write as a numbered list, only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise write "no regular medications".)
Social History
[Describe social history including where the patient lives, occupation, alcohol consumption, smoking status, any other recreational medication use, etc.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
Physical Examination(write as narrative)
[Describe general appearance, if they were calm, anxious or in distress and vital signs] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe pain behaviours including guarding, holding affected limb a certain way, etc.] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe specific findings related to the affected area(s) including size, colour, temperature and skin characteristics, how the it is compared to the contralateral side, presence of scars, etc.] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe gait, was it antalgic, steppage, etc., ability to walk on heels and toes, etc.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe range of motion of affected extremities, back or neck as either full, compared to contralateral extremity or in degrees](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe neurological examination findings including reflexes, clonus, Babinski relfex, etc.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe strength graded out of 5 and both sides if applicable.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe sensation to light tough and/or pinprick either as normal, intact or graded out of 10, include allodynia, hyperalgesia, withdrawal from stimulus, cold sensation, location(s) of Tinel's sign, etc.](only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe palpation findings related to the affected area(s) including tenderness, masses, contractures, how the it is compared to the contralateral side, etc.] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
Investigations(as numbered list)
[Describe as a summary prior electrodiagnostic findings including nerve conduction studies and EMG, when they were done and by who] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe as a summary prior imaging findings including x-ray, MRI, bone scan, CT, ultrasound, when they were done] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
Diagnostic Code(s):
[most likely diagnostic code as ICD-10] (generate most likely ICD-10 code, if none can be found leave blank.)
Impression and Plan(write as narrative, first person.)
[Summarize the patient's condition and diagnostic impression] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Describe the discussed diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, including their benefits, risks, and alternatives] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Mention any additional investigations or referrals] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
[Include any patient education or counselling provided] (only include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
All questions were answered.
[Follow-up: describe when, where and for what i.e. intervention or reassessment] (always include if explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, otherwise leave blank.)
It is a pleasure to be involved in the care of this patient.
(Never come up with your own patient details, assessment, plan, interventions, evaluation, and plan for continuing care - use only the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note as a reference for the information include in your note. If any information related to a placeholder has not been explicitly mentioned in the transcript, contextual notes or clinical note, you must not state the information has not been explicitly mentioned in your output, just leave the relevant placeholder or omit the placeholder completely.) (Use as many lines, paragraphs or bullet points, depending on the format, as needed to capture all the relevant information from the transcript.)
Sample Clinical Note

Example of completed documentation using this template

Chronic Pain Management Clinic Consultation
John Doe was evaluated on 1 November 2024, following a referral from Dr. Emily Smith on 15 October 2024 for chronic hand pain. The consultation duration was 45 minutes.
John reported ongoing pain in his right hand, describing it as a sharp, stabbing sensation that intensifies with movement and cold weather. He rated the pain as 7 out of 10, significantly affecting his ability to perform daily activities, including his carpentry work, and impacting his sleep and mood.
The pain interference score was 8, with the most significant issues being interference with work and sleep. Notable symptoms included difficulty gripping tools and frequent nighttime awakenings due to pain.
John has previously engaged in physiotherapy, which offered temporary relief, and counseling to address the psychological effects of chronic pain.
Nonpharmacologic Management
John has participated in physiotherapy and counseling, which have provided some relief but not long-term improvement.
Pharmacologic Management
John is currently on ibuprofen and gabapentin, which have helped reduce the pain intensity but not eliminated it. He previously tried acetaminophen, which was ineffective, and discontinued it after two months.
Interventional Management
John has received two steroid injections in the past year, administered by Dr. Kelly, which provided temporary relief.
Past Medical History
1. Hypertension
2. Type 2 Diabetes
Past Surgical History
1. Appendectomy in 2010
Allergies
Penicillin - causes rash
Medications
1. Ibuprofen
2. Gabapentin
3. Metformin
4. Lisinopril
Social History
John lives with his wife and two children. He works as a carpenter, does not smoke, and drinks alcohol occasionally.
Physical Examination
John appeared calm but in mild distress due to pain. Vital signs were stable. He exhibited guarding of the right hand, with noticeable swelling and tenderness over the metacarpophalangeal joints. His gait was normal, but he had limited range of motion in the right hand compared to the left.
Investigations
1. MRI of the right hand in September 2024 showed mild osteoarthritis.
Diagnostic Code(s):
M19.041 - Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
Impression and Plan
John's condition is consistent with osteoarthritis of the right hand, exacerbated by his occupation. We discussed the potential benefits and risks of continuing physiotherapy and considering occupational therapy. I recommended a trial of a topical NSAID and referred him to a pain management specialist for further evaluation.
Follow-up: John will return in four weeks for reassessment and to discuss the effectiveness of the new treatment plan.
It is a pleasure to be involved in the care of this patient.
Clinical Benefits

Key advantages of using this template in clinical practice

  • The Chronic Pain Management Clinic Consultation template is an essential tool for healthcare professionals seeking to optimize patient care through comprehensive documentation. This template facilitates a detailed narrative of the patient's consultation, capturing critical information such as the patient's current issues, pain characteristics, and the impact on daily functioning. It includes sections for nonpharmacologic, pharmacologic, and interventional management, ensuring a holistic approach to chronic pain treatment. Clinicians can document past medical and surgical history, allergies, medications, and social history, providing a complete patient profile. The template also allows for a thorough physical examination and investigation findings, supporting accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. By adopting this template, clinicians can enhance patient outcomes through structured and detailed documentation, encouraging a more personalized and effective pain management strategy.
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