Automation index

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

Surgeons diagnose, operate and own the surgical act.

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

Task comparison

IS WORK OVER?

14%

AI can already do 14% of this job.

#637 / 643

Surgeon

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
Notes and planning Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	20%	35%	+7
Imaging and prep Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	15%	25%	+3.8
Operating theatre Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	50%	4%	+2
Call and consent Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	15%	8%	+1.2
Total	100%		14%

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

IS WORK OVER?

17%

#605 / 643

Pastry chef

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
Design menus, cost and cake orders. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	35%	+5.6
Doughs, creams and chocolate. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	20%	12%	+2.4
Assemble, decorate and finish. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	22%	10%	+2.2
Counter, orders and client care. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	18%	+2.5
Hygiene, cold chain and storage. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	15%	+2.1
Train assistants and shop-floor pace. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	16%	+2.2
Total	100%		17%

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