Do you remember the first time you used ChatGPT? First thought might be like, “this is just like Google”, but oh boy that was an understatement.
ChatGPT has come a long way from being a simple question-answer bot. With the release of GPT-4.5, it has evolved into a smart, intuitive assistant, especially valuable for time-strapped professionals like doctors. I bet most of us are already using it daily.
And the great thing about this is that the latest updates in 2025 aren’t just about better responses. They’re about making your life easier, your work more efficient, and your time more flexible. Yup, that includes life inside and outside of medicine. Whether you’re handling clinical duties, launching a side hustle, managing a household, or exploring new ventures, these new capabilities are designed to save you time and reduce stress.
Let’s break down what’s new, how to use it, and what to watch out for.
Disclaimer: While these are general suggestions, it’s important to conduct thorough research and due diligence when selecting AI tools. We do not endorse or promote any specific AI tools mentioned here. This article is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal, financial, or clinical advice. Always comply with HIPAA and institutional policies. For any decisions that impact patient care or finances, consult a qualified professional.
1. ChatGPT Is Now Much Smarter (GPT-4.5 “Orion”)
The new GPT-4.5 model significantly enhances ChatGPT’s performance. It follows your logic more naturally, responds in your preferred tone, and gives you more accurate, less repetitive answers.
Doctors can now ask for investment summaries, clinic SOPs, or even a bedtime story in their favorite writing style and get results that feel intuitive and on point.
It’s particularly helpful when you need quick explanations of complex financial terms or legal structures related to your side business. Or when you’re drafting communication materials for patients or your team and want it to match your voice.
How to Access It: Use ChatGPT Plus (a $20/month subscription). Once subscribed, you’ll be using GPT-4.5 automatically when you select the “GPT-4” model.
Reminder: It’s better, but not perfect. Always verify anything you wouldn’t blindly trust an intern with.
2. It Can Understand Images
This is a major leap. Upload a photo of a handwritten note, a whiteboard snapshot, or a slide deck, and ChatGPT will help organize, interpret, and even translate it.
Great for doctors? Think: converting scribbled post-call ideas into blog outlines or extracting action items from meeting snapshots.
It’s also handy for personal life. Snap a picture of a recipe, an old invoice, or your notes from a conference, and get it digitized into a clean, usable format. Time saved = stress saved.
How to Use It: Click the + icon, add photos and files, upload the image, then prompt ChatGPT with your request (e.g., “Summarize this whiteboard.”)
Caution: Avoid PHI or sensitive data unless you’re in a HIPAA-compliant environment.
3. ChatGPT Can Take Action on the Web
This isn’t just browsing. It can now act like a digital assistant. From comparing CME conferences to booking travel or checking licensing deadlines, it can handle real-time tasks online.
Want to register for a professional webinar while grabbing lunch or book a wellness retreat that fits your schedule? This feature can do the digging for you. It can even monitor product reviews or availability for office supplies, events, or tech gear you’re considering. Just ask and let it do the tedious clicking around.
Browsing is now automatically enabled for GPT-4.5, so no need to look for a setting or toggle something. Just go ahead and ask!
4. Deep Research Mode
You can now offload your research rabbit holes. Planning to buy your first rental property? Want the latest guidelines on plant-based diets? Deep Research mode gives you a 30-minute summary pulled from verified sources.
It’s like having a dedicated assistant who combs through expert blogs, journals, and news articles to give you the CliffsNotes version.
Use it for side hustle research, continuing education, or even planning your next sabbatical abroad by researching visa requirements, school options, and cost-of-living comparisons.
How to Use It: Type: “Use Deep Research to explore [topic].” You can also click on “Tools” below the text bar and then “Run deep research”
5. It Can Remember You
Now, ChatGPT remembers your name, profession, and preferred tone if you allow it. That means less re-explaining and more personalization. If you’re an ER doc who loves bullet-point summaries and hates fluff, ChatGPT can adjust.
It will even remember your side hustle idea or preferred structure for financial planning advice. So next time you pop in, it’s already a few steps ahead.
This makes recurring tasks easier. Weekly newsletter drafts, ongoing business planning, or revisiting that novel outline you’ve been meaning to finish.
How to Enable or Disable Memory: Go to Settings > Personalization > Memory. You can manage what it stores or turn memory off entirely.
6. It Can Create Images from Prompts
Need visuals for a blog, a patient handout, or your next course? Ask ChatGPT to generate a logo, scene, or infographic idea.
You could use it to brainstorm flyer designs for your wellness workshop, create cover art for your podcast, or mock up a new layout for your office brochure.
And if you’re a parent? This is also fun for party invitations, school projects, or storytelling with your kids. This update is ideal for content creators and entrepreneurs in the physician community.
How to Use It: Type: “Create an image of [your description].” Images will appear directly in your chat. You can also click on “Tools” below the text bar and then “Create an image”
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Final Thoughts
Here’s the thing:
This tech? It’s not just for fun. It’s leverage.
In a world where time is the most valuable currency, tools like ChatGPT aren’t just nice-to-haves. They’re need-to-haves. Whether you’re trying to finish clinic notes faster, start that podcast you’ve been dreaming about, or just buy yourself back 30 precious minutes with your family… this stuff helps.
You don’t have to use everything all at once. Pick one feature, test it out this week, and see what happens. The time you save and the creative edge you gain might just surprise you. Because this might just be the assistant you didn’t know you needed.
So, where are you going to start? Let us know in the comments!
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See you again next time! As always, make it happen.
Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on available public data and may not be entirely accurate or up-to-date. It’s recommended to contact the respective companies/individuals for detailed information on features, pricing, and availability. This article is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal, financial, or clinical advice. Always comply with HIPAA and institutional policies. For any decisions that impact patient care or finances, consult a qualified professional.
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Peter Kim, MD is the founder of Passive Income MD, the creator of Passive Real Estate Academy, and offers weekly education through his Monday podcast, the Passive Income MD Podcast. Join our community at the Passive Income Doc Facebook Group.
