Social robots can help relieve a healthcare sector under pressure
The healthcare sector is suffering from a global shortage of medical staff, a challenge that has been painfully evident during the COVID-19 crisis. WHO predicts that the shortage will continue to grow with 18 million additional healthcare workers needed by 2030 – and robots can be part of the solution. According to the World Economic Forum, the broad usage of robots during COVID-19 is a strong indication that the healthcare system is in need of more robots.
Virtual Patients (VPs) are widely used to simulate clinical scenarios, but most of them lack the interactivity and human-like responsiveness needed to truly prepare students for real-life scenarios. As AI advances, there is a growing interest in how technologies like social robots and large language models (LLMs) could transform this learning experience.
Find out moreCollecting patient feedback is essential for evaluating medical treatments. One valuable method is using Patient Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) questionnaires that capture patients’ experiences before and after care. Yet, challenges like language barriers, reading difficulties, or low motivation can prevent many from completing them. Social robots can play an important role in addressing these challenges.
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Loneliness and social isolation are growing concerns among elderly populations, particularly in assisted living communities. Addressing this, researchers are exploring how social robots can foster engagement and encourage social interactions.
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