Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 1 (7%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 8 (53%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 6 (40%)

• Prepare case histories.AI can speed this up on its own
• Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.AI can speed this up with extra software · Seen in real AI use
• Examine patient to obtain information on medical condition and surgical risk.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Manage surgery services, including planning, scheduling and coordination, determination of procedures, or procurement of supplies and equipment.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Order and interpret the results of laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging procedures.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Prescribe preoperative and postoperative treatments and procedures, such as sedatives, diets, antibiotics, or preparation and treatment of the patient's operative area.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioners when necessary.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions, and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.Little or no AI speed-up
• Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.Little or no AI speed-up
• Examine instruments, equipment, and operating room to ensure sterility.Little or no AI speed-up
• Follow established surgical techniques during the operation.Little or no AI speed-up
• Operate on patient's musculoskeletal system to correct deformities, repair injuries, prevent and treat diseases, or improve or restore patient's functions.Little or no AI speed-up
• Provide consultation and surgical assistance to other physicians and surgeons.Little or no AI speed-up