This survey article explores the current state and future potential of robotics in healthcare. It discusses the key drivers, challenges, and opportunities for implementing robotic technology in healthcare settings. The paper identifies five main areas of application for robots in healthcare: service, assistive, socially-assistive, teleoperated, and interventional robots. Service robots are used for tasks such as logistics, pharmacy automation, and patient care. Assistive robots support individuals with physical disabilities in performing daily activities. Socially-assistive robots interact with humans to provide emotional support and assist with tasks such as medication adherence and health monitoring. Teleoperated robots allow remote control of medical procedures, enabling specialists to provide care in areas where medical facilities are not available. Interventional robots are used for precise medical procedures, such as surgery and diagnostics. The paper highlights the potential of robotics in healthcare to improve patient care, reduce the workload of healthcare workers, and enhance the overall quality of care. However, challenges such as high costs, limited availability of robotic technology, and the need for further research and development remain. The paper also discusses the importance of involving end-users in the development and deployment of robotic systems to ensure they meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. The future of robotics in healthcare is promising, with ongoing technological advancements expected to further enhance the capabilities of robotic systems and expand their applications in healthcare.This survey article explores the current state and future potential of robotics in healthcare. It discusses the key drivers, challenges, and opportunities for implementing robotic technology in healthcare settings. The paper identifies five main areas of application for robots in healthcare: service, assistive, socially-assistive, teleoperated, and interventional robots. Service robots are used for tasks such as logistics, pharmacy automation, and patient care. Assistive robots support individuals with physical disabilities in performing daily activities. Socially-assistive robots interact with humans to provide emotional support and assist with tasks such as medication adherence and health monitoring. Teleoperated robots allow remote control of medical procedures, enabling specialists to provide care in areas where medical facilities are not available. Interventional robots are used for precise medical procedures, such as surgery and diagnostics. The paper highlights the potential of robotics in healthcare to improve patient care, reduce the workload of healthcare workers, and enhance the overall quality of care. However, challenges such as high costs, limited availability of robotic technology, and the need for further research and development remain. The paper also discusses the importance of involving end-users in the development and deployment of robotic systems to ensure they meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals. The future of robotics in healthcare is promising, with ongoing technological advancements expected to further enhance the capabilities of robotic systems and expand their applications in healthcare.