pdf-extractor

Convert scanned medical PDFs into Markdown with tables and equations.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/n1healthcare/easy-chr --skill pdf-extractor-n1healthcare
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Skill: pdf-extractor
Source: https://github.com/n1healthcare/easy-chr/tree/main/server/.gemini/skills/pdf-extractor
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/n1healthcare/easy-chr --skill pdf-extractor-n1healthcare

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Medical and scientific PDFs are often scanned or poorly formatted, making data extraction tedious. This Skill automates OCR to extract text, tables, and equations from PDFs and converts them into clean Markdown for easy reuse and analysis.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OCR-based text extraction with preserved structure (headers, paragraphs, and emphasis)
  • Table parsing into Markdown tables with preserved alignment
  • LaTeX-style equation formatting within Markdown
  • Use Case: Convert clinical reports or research papers into an editable Markdown document for review and archival.

Quick Start

Process a sample medical report PDF to generate a Markdown document containing text, tables, and equations.

Frequently Asked Questions about pdf-extractor

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract tables and text from scanned clinical PDFs?

To extract tables and text from scanned clinical PDFs, this Skill uses OCR to convert content into structured Markdown. It preserves document structure, parses tables into aligned Markdown formatting, and formats equations in LaTeX for medical records and research papers.

Can I convert medical lab reports with complex layouts into Markdown?

Yes, you can convert medical lab reports with complex layouts into Markdown. The extraction process handles complex document layouts and non-Latin characters, ensuring clinical data, text, and equations are accurately preserved in the output.

Does PDF extraction preserve LaTeX-style equations found in research papers?

PDF extraction does preserve LaTeX-style equations found in research papers. As the OCR process converts scientific documents into Markdown, it identifies and formats mathematical equations using LaTeX syntax for accurate archival and review.

What is the best way to parse medical records into editable documents?

The best way to parse medical records into editable documents is using automated OCR to extract text, tables, and equations. This converts poorly formatted or scanned clinical notes directly into clean, searchable Markdown for review and analysis.

How do I handle non-Latin characters when extracting data from PDFs?

To handle non-Latin characters when extracting data from PDFs, the OCR conversion process supports multi-language character recognition. This ensures international medical documents and clinical reports are accurately translated into structured Markdown without data loss.