What are the disposable surgical instruments? Disposable surgical instruments are single-use medical devices that are used during surgery and discarded after use. Some examples of disposable surgical instruments include: 1. Scalpel 2. Tweezers 3. Scissors 4. Needle 5. Suture material 6. Surgical drapes 7. Surgical masks 8. Surgical gloves 9. Ironing pen 10. Trocar and cannula.