grow with me
2018 | FRAUNHOFER
SUMMARY
The "Grow with Me" project, developed in collaboration with a leading German pharmacy, tackles a critical issue in pediatric care by improving the monitoring of children receiving growth hormone treatment. The project aims to streamline the process, minimizing the time and resources required from both healthcare providers and families. By integrating innovative design solutions, the project enhances the treatment experience and provides peace of mind to families.
I was the only designer on an engineering-focused healthcare project in Germany. It was an opportunity to demonstrate the value of design in improving medical outcomes, and it was the reason why I decided to go back to study to do my master's degree in POLIMI.
My role involved creating user-friendly solutions for a complex medical treatment, growth hormones. The goal was to improve the adherence of the drug by the patient and their family. It was challenging to balance the requirements with user needs, but the project not only contributed to better patient care and family involvement in the treatment, but also reduced doctors' in-clinic time, improving efficiency in healthcare delivery.
Empowering families and streamlining treatment
While brainstorming we had the idea: why don't we enable families to monitor their child's progress from home? Our service design focused on boosting parental involvement and treatment adherence while reducing the need for frequent doctor visits. Key features included:
⦾ Caregiver Empowerment: Giving parents tools to actively participate in their child's treatment, improving adherence and overall well-being.
⦾ Enhanced Data Collection: A remote solution capturing more frequent and diverse data points, providing a comprehensive view of treatment progress.
⦾ Remote Monitoring for Doctors: Allowing physicians to access patient data remotely, enabling efficient treatment adjustments and reducing in-person check-ups.
This approach not only improved the treatment experience for families but also streamlined the process for healthcare providers, demonstrating how thoughtful design can enhance both patient care and medical efficiency.
Designing a Seamless Experience
For this project, I crafted a straightforward user journey for the app, paying special attention to creating a consistent and accessible interface. The challenge at the time was working with a team that wasn't design-centric and using tools that were not optimized for UX/UI design.
My design focused on making the app simple for families and caregivers to use, even if they weren't tech experts themselves. The goal was to make interacting with the treatment process feel less daunting and more engaging. By keeping the user experience uncomplicated and intuitive, we aimed to encourage regular use and better treatment adherence.
Creating a Consistent and Inclusive Interface
To design the app, I established a comprehensive design system using existing tools and patterns, ensuring consistency and accessibility. Even with a simple interface, the challenge was to implement an inclusive design that catered to all users, including those with varying levels of tech proficiency. The system included clear UI elements and followed accessibility guidelines to ensure a smooth user experience across different languages and user needs.
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