Beyond Engineering: Integrating UX for Safer and More Efficient Medical Products

Medical technology needs to balance scientific innovation and usability. In the past, founders and engineers often determined the design of health tech and medical device interfaces, with the primary focus being patient safety. However, an over-emphasis on features at the expense of processes caused products to be too complex and scientific. Nowadays, there is a shift towards user-centred design, which includes patient and clinician feedback, safety prioritization, cost-efficiency and bridging existing medical processes with new technology. This reduces complexity and enhances clarity, benefiting both patients and healthcare professionals.