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I know I just said the other day that social networking is the future of health care. But another healthcare trend I am equally bullish on is the utilization of robots for the treatment of a growing assortment of ailments. The picture to the right shows you how incredibly small these devices are getting (1 millimeter) and they are only going to get smaller due to continuing advances in nanotechnology. As they do, according to this article, these devices will eventually be able to do everything from deliver drug loads to precise locations to clean out clogged arteries.

The future is about to under your skin and, while the idea might make some people’s skin crawl, it will also make them healthier.

For other robotic-related madness, check out these old posts:

The Future of Health Care: Part 3 (Robotics)

The Robot Will See You Now

Hospitals Robotic Future: Part 2

Hospitals Robotic Future: Part 1

Hospitals Get a Lift