SOC 29-1242
Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ49/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ14,160
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$239K
$83K โ $0
Projected Growth
๐+4.1%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค59/100
Moderate exposure
๐ก Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric face a risk score of 49/100 โ 5 points above the national average of 44. With 59/100 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 49/100, Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like telehealth platforms automating triage and intake are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 14,160 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in interdisciplinary care coordination and complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Telehealth platforms automating triage and intake
AI-assisted diagnostic imaging reducing radiologist workload
AI clinical decision-support tools guiding treatment
Automated patient monitoring and alert systems
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Interdisciplinary care coordination
Complex clinical judgment in ambiguous presentations
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
Analyze patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to verify operation's necessity and to determine best procedure.
Conduct research to develop and test surgical techniques that can improve operating procedures and outcomes related to musculoskeletal injuries and diseases.
Diagnose bodily disorders and orthopedic conditions, and provide treatments, such as medicines and surgeries, in clinics, hospital wards, or operating rooms.
Diagnose or treat disorders of the musculoskeletal system.
Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, assistants, specialists, residents, and other medical staff.
๐ป Technology Skills
Graphics or photo imaging software
Medical software
Human resources software
Operating system software
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 | 72% |
| Dentists, General | 24 | $173K | 80% |
| Prosthodontists | 34 | $0 | 75% |