SXSW 2024
Returning Home: How XR is Empowering Veteran Care
Description:
For veterans, readjusting to civilian life comes with challenges including finding a job and accessing healthcare. U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation found that 53% of veterans are unemployed for 4 months or longer after leaving the military, citing a lack of resources and skills. In this panel, hear from key stakeholders from the VA and XR industry to discover how AI-driven XR is helping veterans. From upskilling to pain management and mental health services, XR is helping those who sacrifice so much to keep our country safe.
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Takeaways
- XR’s current and potential use in veteran services and management including around PTSD, anxiety, depression, and workforce training.
- The implications of precision medicine and AI-driven XR technologies on patient services and healthcare through the example of veteran services.
- Real-world examples and statistics demonstrating current efforts by govt departments and companies to assist veterans transitioning to civilian life.
Speakers
- Elizabeth Hyman, CEO, XR Association
- Anne Lord Bailey, Director, Clinical Tech Innovation, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Chris Brickler, CEO, MyndVR
Organizer
Bradford Williamson, Vice President, Glen Echo Group LLC
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