In this episode, Brian speaks with Aaron Horowitz, Founder and CEO of Empath Labs, about how innovative technology can shape the future of pediatric care. Drawing from his background In creative design and personal experience with chronic illness, Aaron leads the development of interactive therapeutic devices—like robotic ducks and AI-enhanced teddy bears—that support children through cancer, diabetes, anxiety, and clinical trials.The discussion explores how Aaron and his team are advancing pediatric healthcare through technology by:Co-designing with children and clinicians to develop interactive tools that reflect real emotional and clinical needsEngineering therapeutic play experiences that improve treatment adherence and reduce procedural anxietyApplying anticipatory design principles to enhance pediatric participation in clinical trials and long-term careUsing embodied ideation methods like improv and body-storming to prototype emotionally aware hardwareCentering empathy as a design constraint, ensuring every device is not only functional but deeply human-centeredAaron shares what it takes to translate imaginative ideas into real-world impact—and why the future of healthcare innovation lies in merging cutting-edge tech with human insight.Time Stamps:*(6:35) From Theater to Therapy: Aaron’s Creative Journey into Pediatric Tech*(9:35)  How Kids Taught Us the Power of Play in Medical Design*(16:45) Co-Designing Thin-Sliced Medical Companions with Children and Families*(21:50) Comforting for the Future Through Interaction *(40:50) Modeling Creativity and Play in Team Culture*(49:30) The Post-Fix--------Solving for Tomorrow is sponsored by Geisel Software. We help you create products that seamlessly automate the physical and virtual worlds using robotics, machine learning, and so much more. Find out more at geisel.software.--------LinksFollow Aaron on LinkedInEmpath LabsFollow Brian Geisel on LinkedIn—----

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