Ep 29: Engineering Dignity with Jeremy Bronen

In this episode of Nurse Rosa’s INsights, we welcome Jeremy Bronen, mechanical engineer turned healthcare innovator, and the founder and CEO of SedMed. Jeremy looked what is usually considered a deeply personal problem and turned it nto a mission to protect the dignity and safety of older adults, people with disabilities, and those who care for them. Toileting-related falls are one of the most common—and dangerous—injury sources for both patients and caregivers. Through SedMed, he’s addressing the high-risk, often overlooked act of toilet transfers with mechanical design rooted in empathy, usability, and real-world needs. We dive into: The hidden dangers of daily ADLs (Activities of Daily Living)How toileting-related falls impact patients and caregivers alike SedMed’s innovative assistive technology solutions Why engineers need to listen deeply to nurses and frontline caregivers Whether you're in long-term care, rehab, acute settings—or designing the next great product—this episode is full of insights that center safety, dignity, and the human side of healthcare design. Connect with Jeremy Bronen: 🔹 LinkedIn: Jeremy Bronen on LinkedIn 🔹 Website: www.SedMed.com 📱 Follow Rosa Hart on your favorite social media platform @NurseRosaSpeaks For more podcasts hosted by Rosa Hart, tune in to Stronger After Stroke, Aging Like A Pro, and The Lou Review.