Side-by-Side Comparison
Ophthalmologists leads 4–0| Metric | Radiologists | Ophthalmologists |
|---|---|---|
| Risk Score | 28.2% | 24.5% |
| Risk Tier | Medium Risk | Low Risk |
| Risk Percentile | 30th | 18th |
| Tasks at Risk (>50%) | 6 / 15 | 5 / 15 |
| Median Salary | N/A | N/A |
| Employment | N/A | N/A |
Skill Comparison
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Sorted by largest difference
Controlling Machines and Processes
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Interacting With Computers
Public Safety and Security
Computers and Electronics
Finger Dexterity
Therapy and Counseling
Operation Monitoring
Analyzing Data or Information
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
CoordinationAI-Resistant
Protective Factors
Higher values indicate stronger protection against AI displacement
Radiologists
37%
total discount
Ophthalmologists
39%
total discount
Task Risk Comparison
Tasks sorted by AI automation risk — higher means more automatable
Radiologists
6 of 15 at risk78%Obtain patients' histories from electronic records, patient interviews, dictated reports, or by communicating with referring clinicians.
74%Establish or enforce standards for protection of patients or personnel.
66%Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.
62%Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed.
59%Interpret images using computer-aided detection or diagnosis systems.
Ophthalmologists
5 of 15 at risk86%Document or evaluate patients' medical histories.
80%Refer patients for more specialized treatments when conditions exceed the experience, expertise, or scope of practice of practitioner.
74%Prescribe or administer topical or systemic medications to treat ophthalmic conditions and to manage pain.
53%Perform, order, or interpret the results of diagnostic or clinical tests.
51%Develop treatment plans based on patients' histories and goals, the nature and severity of disorders, and treatment risks and benefits.
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Displacement Timeline Comparison
Radiologists2028–2035
Ophthalmologists2028–2035
20242030203520402045
Ophthalmologists has a longer runway before significant displacement, projected 0 years later than Radiologists.
Transition Feasibility
1%
Skill Overlap
Low overlap — significant retraining needed for transition
0
Unique to Radiologists
0
Unique to Ophthalmologists
Combined Protection Strategy
Regardless of which path you choose, focus on these protective factors
Fine Manipulation
Creativity
Social Intelligence
Regulatory Barriers
RadiologistsOphthalmologists