Sproutel

Sproutel is a healthcare technology company that specializes in creating interactive robotic companions designed to support children with chronic illnesses. The company's mission is to improve health outcomes through play-based education and emotional support tools. Their flagship products include Jerry the Bear, which assists children in managing Type 1 diabetes, and My Special Aflac Duck, a social robot for children undergoing cancer treatment. These devices utilize haptic feedback and interactive storytelling to reduce patient anxiety and improve medical adherence. Sproutel operates at the intersection of patient-centered design, robotics, and digital health.