Elon Musk Declares Medical School Obsolete in the Face of AI Surgeons
January 13, 2026
In a recent podcast, Elon Musk boldly stated that attending medical school might soon be 'pointless,' citing rapid advancements in AI that are expected to surpass human surgeons in precision and speed within three years. Musk envisions a future where AI-powered robots like Tesla's Optimus offer medical care superior to what the U.S. president currently receives, making elite-level healthcare universally accessible.
