I had the pleasure of attending a talk by Carla Diana today (that I named today’s entry after) where she went through a decade of incredible creative technology including a robot nurse named Moxi.
This inspired me to hop into the janky time machine and see if I could find any artifacts in a timeline where these things are abundant and in the wild.
The idea of robot nurses making house calls speaks volumes about the direction in which healthcare is headed. It's a testament to the potential of artificial intelligence and robotics to enhance the quality and convenience of medical care. The concept of personalized, in-home healthcare provided by these robot nurses could be a game-changer for the aging population and individuals with mobility limitations.
However, it also raises questions about the intersection of technology and humanity. What does it mean for a robot to step into the role traditionally held by human nurses? How do we ensure that the compassionate, empathetic aspects of caregiving are preserved in this high-tech future?
In app purchases available. Empathy upgrade, anyone?