Designing for Health: Interview with John Whalen, PHD

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When it comes to human-centered design, we aren’t left guessing what might or might not work for the end user. The field of cognitive psychology offers rich insights into the way people think, feel, interact with, and make decisions within the environments in which they move. This research, combined with real-world observations, gives healthcare organizations insights into how to design experiences for caregivers and patients, as well […]

Designing for Health: Interview with Adam Wright, MD

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Without open feedback from end users, any implementation will fall short of its full potential. The implementation of clinical decision support tools is no exception. Hands-on interaction with the intended audience will avoid designing for a theoretical user, not real humans using the tool. Designing with people in mind without falling prey to design-by-committee is challenging, but […]

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