The Robot Will See You Now
From: IEEE Pulse - 02/19/2015
By: Kristina Grifantini

"Telepresence" robots are providing check-ups, assistance, and support for
both doctors and patients.

The allure and promise of robots—physical machines able to perform tasks with
some degree of autonomy and intelligence—have long captured the human
imagination. From space exploration, to factory work, to home cleaning and
companionship, robots have the potential to make our lives easier. And as
electronics have steadily improved while dropping in price, more robots are
moving into the marketplace for consumers.

Healthcare robots for consumers, in particular, are picking up stride. As the
overall population of the world ages, the number of elderly, ill, or disabled
people requiring healthcare is growing fast. Rather than rely on an
overwhelmed group of caretakers and specialists, robots may be able to fill
the gap to connect people to the services they need, such as providing
virtual check-ups, assisting with physical tasks, and even offering emotional
support and encouragement.

Read the entire article at:
http://pulse.embs.org/january-2015/the-robot-will-see-you-now-telepresence/