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EPISODE · Sep 10, 2025 · 33 MIN

From Crutches to Superpowers: Dhaval Patel’s Journey with Lotus

from The AgeTech Podcast - by TheGerontechnologist · host Keren Etkin

What happens when an everyday frustration sparks a breakthrough? Dhaval Patel, founder of Lotus and former Apple engineer, shares how a late-night struggle with the light switch led him to create a wearable ring that gives people with mobility challenges new independence.In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast, Dhaval and I talk about:Why users call the Lotus ring a superpowerThe surprising ways older adults, people with disabilities, and even new parents are using itWhat founders can learn about listening between the lines in user interviewsIf you’re building in aging, caregiving, or accessibility- or just curious how small innovations can change lives—this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.🎧 Subscribe to The AgeTech Podcast for more conversations with the people shaping the future of aging and technology.

What happens when an everyday frustration sparks a breakthrough? Dhaval Patel, founder of Lotus and former Apple engineer, shares how a late-night struggle with the light switch led him to create a wearable ring that gives people with mobility challenges new independence.In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast, Dhaval and I talk about:Why users call the Lotus ring a superpowerThe surprising ways older adults, people with disabilities, and even new parents are using itWhat founders can learn about listening between the lines in user interviewsIf you’re building in aging, caregiving, or accessibility- or just curious how small innovations can change lives—this conversation is packed with insights and inspiration.🎧 Subscribe to The AgeTech Podcast for more conversations with the people shaping the future of aging and technology.

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