SOC 29-1213
Dermatologists
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ47/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ10,080
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$239K
$119K โ $0
Projected Growth
๐+6.4%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค74/100
High exposure
๐ก Dermatologists face a risk score of 47/100 โ 3 points above the national average of 44. With 74/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $239K ($193K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions offer lower AI risk while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 47/100, Dermatologists faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like large language model automation of analysis tasks are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 10,080 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in empathetic patient communication and bedside manner and interdisciplinary care coordination to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Dermatologists?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Large language model automation of analysis tasks
Administrative automation of medical billing and coding
Chatbot displacement of customer-facing interactions
AI summarization replacing manual report compilation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Empathetic patient communication and bedside manner
Interdisciplinary care coordination
Ethical decision-making in end-of-life situations
Hands-on physical examination and procedures
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Conduct complete skin examinations.
Diagnose and treat pigmented lesions such as common acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, or melanoma.
Perform incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma.
Perform skin surgery to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or control diseases such as skin cancer.
Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
๐ป Technology Skills
Medical software
Calendar and scheduling software
Video conferencing software
Electronic mail software
Spreadsheet software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Medicine and Dentistry
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Administration and Management
Education and Training
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | 13 | $226K | 83% |
| Dentists, General | 24 | $173K | 76% |
| Prosthodontists | 34 | $0 | 71% |