From PT to Immersive Healthcare: Emily Daviss and the Future of Rehab Technology

TopHealth Media

17 September 2025

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Uprising Show, host Vivek sits down with Emily Daviss, a Nashville-based physical therapist and co-founder of Averwell, a company pioneering immersive technology in healthcare. Emily shares insights from her 15 years in the field, reflecting on her journey from clinical patient care to entrepreneurship, and the personal experiences that inspired her path. Together, they explore the promise of virtual and immersive tech in transforming rehabilitation, making care more accessible, and supporting both physical and mental health outcomes. Emily opens up about the challenges of building a healthcare startup, the importance of early intervention in physical therapy, and her mission to redefine what recovery can look like for patients of all ages. Whether you’re interested in innovation, healthcare, or the startup world, this episode offers a candid look into the future of immersive healthcare through the lens of someone dedicated to making a real difference. 00:00 Exploring Immersive Tech in Healthcare 06:52 Holistic Patient Care Journey 10:11 Escaping Red Tape in Healthcare 12:51 Early Intervention and Insurance Shift 15:42 From Clinic to VR Rehab Expert 19:44 "Immersive Rehab for Long-Term Health" 21:49 Headset-Agnostic Medical Content Solutions 27:31 Rehab System Options Benefit Patients 31:42 "Technology's Impact on Patient Care" 33:05 VR Home Exercise for Patients 37:45 Empathetic, Patient-Centered Leadership 40:44 Embracing Uncertainty in Startups 42:48 Embracing New Styles of Uncertainty 46:32 "Open Book Emily" 49:14 Connecting Healthcare: An Infinite Game The Uprising Show Website: https://theuprisingshow.com/ Vivek Nanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/viveknanda1/ Vivek Nanda's Twitter: https://x.com/vickks TopHealth Media Website: https://tophealth.care/ “Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”