AgeTech Talks

What would it look like if healthcare evaluations took place through virtual reality goggles? XR Health’s Founder and CEO, Eran Orr, predicts that the future of the healthcare industry is transitioning to a 3D virtual reality interface. He also explains how XR Health’s technology will transform rehabilitation and mental health practices. In this interview with Tanya Perkins, Chief Operating Officer of Tembo Health, Eran begins by evaluating VR’s impact on human interaction in relation to technology adoption by seniors. He then shares his personal journey through the funding stage while recounting his first experience with AgeTech Collaborative from AARP. Eran signs off with advice for curious entrepreneurs wondering how to get started in the industry.

AI is helping older adults and people with disabilities live independent lives by using their voices. In this podcast, Co-Founder & Vice President of Strategic Partnerships of Voiceitt, Sara Smolley, describes her startup’s Voice AI speech recognition solution for people with non-standard speech. In conversation with Tanya Perkins, Chief Operating Officer of Tembo Health, Sara shares the emotional stories that inspired her to create the Voiceitt AI technology. She also shares advice for other founders; such as the importance of choosing the right partners and the necessity to adapt your role as your company grows. Sara closes with advice for startups looking to network, and emphasizes the impact of applying to AgeTech Collaborative’s pitch events.