Young Ok Park

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Young Ok Park is a leading scholar at the intersection of healthcare innovation, gerontology, and sociotechnical systems. Her research critically examines how emerging technologies—particularly care robots—can be integrated into healthcare services to address global demographic challenges, including aging populations and workforce shortages. Park’s most notable contribution is her 2025 scoping review, *"A Sociotechnical Perspective on the Use of Care Robots in Healthcare Services,"* which synthesizes evidence on the ethical, organizational, and practical implications of robotic care. This work has already garnered attention as a foundational resource for researchers and policymakers navigating the complex interplay between technology and human-centered care. While her citation record is still growing, Park’s early impact is evident in her ability to frame pressing societal issues—such as declining birth rates and caregiver burnout—through a nuanced lens that balances technological promise with human dignity. Her scholarship is essential reading for students and researchers in health informatics, aging studies, and science and technology studies, offering a roadmap for responsible innovation in an era of demographic transformation.