ROBOTICS

Healthcare Robotics

Modern medicine has seen an increase in the importance of healthcare robotics, given that this area offers the enhancement of quality, efficiency, and accessibility of care. As robots have multiple functions, they can be used in a wide range of healthcare scenarios: from applications focusing on patients, to those focusing on clinical staff, administrative staff and researchers.

As robots are known to offer task automation, constant precision, and high repeatability and efficiency, their use in healthcare environments can help reduce the strain on medical professionals and human error. Moreover, robotic systems can help address challenging situations where services are needed, but human presence is restricted; for example, shortages of healthcare professionals, or the need for remote or contactless care during pandemics such as COVID-19.

As technology continues to advance, the interdisciplinary area of healthcare robotics is expected to further expand and transform the overall delivery of care.