Jan Ritchie
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Jan Ritchie is a leading voice in pediatric rehabilitation, with a particular focus on the integration of socially assistive robots to support children with physical disabilities. Her work bridges child-robot interaction and family-centered care, exploring how emerging technologies can enhance therapeutic engagement and outcomes. In her highly cited 2019 study, Ritchie conducted one of the first in-depth analyses of both child and parent perceptions of a socially assistive robot used during rehabilitation, revealing critical insights into its acceptability and therapeutic value. This foundational work, garnering 33 citations, has shaped subsequent research on user-centered design in pediatric robotics. Beyond this landmark paper, Ritchie’s contributions continue to influence how clinicians and engineers collaborate to create compassionate, effective interventions. Her research not only advances the science of rehabilitation technology but also amplifies the voices of young patients and their families, ensuring that innovation is grounded in real-world needs and experiences.
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