Accuracy of Orthopedic Surgeons Versus Electronic Health Record in Prediction of Operating Room Times

Key Points

• This research aims to compare the prediction accuracy of operating room times between orthopedic surgeons and electronic health records.
• Compared predictions of operating times from surgeons and the electronic health record (EHR)
• Analyzed the accuracy of both methods
• Assessed underestimation trends from surgeon predictions
• EHR predictions were more accurate than those from surgeons
• Surgeons tended to underestimate the time required for surgeries
• Using EHR for scheduling could enhance operational efficiency in the operating room