Automation index

How much of a Neurosurgeon’s job can AI already do?

Neuronavigation comes earlier. Going into the skull and not leaving a deficit do not.

This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.

Task comparison

IS WORK OVER?

19%

AI can already do 19% of this job.

#526 / 643

Neurosurgeon

Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.

The time saving for each task is estimated separately.

Task	Share	AI	Points
Indicate, consent and the plan with neurology. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	36%	+5.8
Craniotomy, spine and the tumour that bleeds. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	24%	6%	+1.4
Neuronavigation, monitoring and the margin. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	18%	+2.9
Neuro ICU, pupils and raised pressure. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	22%	+3.5
Family, the deficit and rehab. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	28%	+3.9
On-call, the haematoma and signing go or no-go. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	10%	+1.4
Total	100%		19%

Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low

IS WORK OVER?

21%

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Anaesthetist

Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.

The time saving for each task is estimated separately.

Task	Share	AI	Points
Assess pre-op, allergies and the anaesthetic plan. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	40%	+6.4
Induce, maintain and wake in theatre. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	22%	8%	+1.8
Watch vitals, lines and acute pain. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	22%	+3.5
Brief the patient and sign the consent. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	28%	+4.5
Notes, consults and coordination with the surgeon. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	18%	+2.9
On-call, resuscitation and liability for the act. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	12%	+1.7
Total	100%		21%

Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low