Rekesh Corepal
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Rekesh Corepal is a health services researcher whose work sits at the intersection of technology, aging, and care delivery. His primary research area focuses on the use of telepresence robots to enhance social connection and quality of life for older adults in long-term care settings. Corepal’s most cited study, “Telepresence Robots in Long-Term Care Settings in British Columbia During the COVID-19 Pandemic,” has garnered 30 citations and provides critical insights into how the Double 3 robot facilitated virtual visits between residents and their families over a 4- to 12-month period during the pandemic. This work is notable for its real-world, longitudinal analysis of user experiences, highlighting both the benefits and challenges of integrating robotics into care environments. By documenting how these technologies can mitigate isolation when in-person contact is restricted, Corepal has contributed valuable evidence to the growing field of gerontechnology. His research not only informs policy and practice for pandemic preparedness but also shapes the future of compassionate, technology-enabled care for aging populations.
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