Automation index
Can AI do a Surgeon’s job?
Surgeons diagnose, operate and own the surgical act.
It does not estimate how many people will be out of work.
IS WORK OVER?
Surgeon
14%
AI or a robot can already do 14% of this job.
#80 / 83
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Tasks and time saved
Notes and planning
35%20% of the week
Imaging and prep
25%15% of the week
Operating theatre
4%50% of the week
Call and consent
8%15% of the week
Estimate · first measured 25 Aug 2026. · Coverage 52%