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?

18%

#589 / 643

Upholsterer

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
Patterns, metres and fabric order. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	32%	+5.1
Strip, fill and tension. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	22%	10%	+2.2
Sew, piped edges and finish. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	14%	+2.2
Client, style and quote. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	22%	+3.5
Shop, springs and foams. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	16%	18%	+2.9
Not delivering a seat that sags. Estimate No public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate.	14%	14%	+2
Total	100%		18%

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