High-tech devices are providing doctors with critical medical information but also providing patients with much-needed companionship.
Robots are widely used in factories these days to perform repetitive tasks.
But now engineers are developing more sophisticated ones with emotional and social intelligence to help in healthcare.
Ikki is a highly intelligent social robot that has helped take Chelsea Hogan's mind off her medical challenges.
At first glance, Ikki looks just like a toy, but it has features beneficial for doctors.
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