Human health and the practice of medicine are being revolutionized by rapidly accelerating innovations. The innovations are exciting and in some case life changing. They are coming from many disciplines including robotics, artificial intelligence, augmented reality, genetics, computer science, materials science, engineering and much more. Here are a few examples of the latest, top medical breakthroughs that we showcase in the book. Cardiologists using augmented reality for 3D precision during heart surgery. Implants powered by the kinetic energy of a beating heart. First example of bioelectric medicine: tiny, biodegradable, wireless implants. Lab on a chip to detect cancer much faster. Robot health care providers. eBandages that accelerate healing. Smart patches and smart stickers monitoring your heart and health. Whole body regeneration. New, digital glasses that restore sight. Ingestible electronic pills that are controlled by smartphones. Ending malaria by gene mutation in mosquitos. Gene editing as a successful treatment for MS. In short, the book encompasses many of the most impactful, new medical innovations changing our lives for the better.
