The new generation....a robot doctor!!!

Now I am wondering about why the people visited by the robot had shorter stays. Is a robot more sanitary, spreads fewer nosocomial bugs? Do patients just have more faith in him, because he is "technology" and therefore their own minds work a healing effect. I would only want a robot if he could actually give me feedback for my questions. I do believe it is much more effective than no available doctor, and may, perhaps free up the doctor to do some more work for the patients. I have never had a long hospital stay, although my doctor when I had the hysterectomy was very personable, and based on a very low temp. told my insurance company I was staying an extra day. I do not know if a robot would have that clout. I really loved that hospital stay, as it was a small clinic, and I got lots of attention. It was almost like a luxury hotel, private patio, homemade foods, heavy stoneware, nice glass ware and dinner utensils. I am not sure if a robot would fit the ambiance.

The eye surgery that i have recently had (four procedures) had a robotic assistant.I was awake during it all and heard the obotic voice,lol, it was interesting and somewhat unnerving, but all went well.

I read that yesterday on MSN. Gee, I don't know how I'd feel if a robot visited me for my health care concerns. I think I would miss the human interaction. A real live Dr could pick up on perspections that a robot never could: Drs can tell if the patient is somewhat depressed, plagued by needless 'over worry' about their illness, and hey, nothing could ever replace the hello smile or handshake. I don't know, while it seemingly might be a good idea in some ways, I don't think this is an area where an automaton robot should be replacing humans. Huh! Whatever will they think of next?!

I would see a robot doctor if I will not wait for too long and as long as they know what they are doing off course.