Empathy UX: designing for the next-gen healthcare

Name: Empathy UX: designing for the next-gen healthcare
Start: 2025-09-04T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2025-09-04T21:00:00+02:00
Location: Madrid

Schedule

Thu Sep 04 2025 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC+02:00

Location

Madrid | Madrid, MD

Patient care is a sacred trust, where compassion meets healing.
About this Event

Designing for Dignity: UX Design for Patient Journeys

This dynamic -virtual- lecture series explores the critical role of User Experience (UX) design in shaping the patient journey within healthcare. We'll move beyond traditional healthcare models to examine how a patient-centered approach, enhanced by thoughtful UX design, can transform healthcare experiences and improve outcomes.

Key areas covered

Understanding the Patient Journey: We'll define the patient journey, map its key stages and touchpoints (from initial awareness of symptoms to post-treatment care), and identify common pain points and areas for improvement.
The Importance of Empathy in Healthcare UX: This section emphasizes designing with compassion, considering the emotional, psychological, and physical challenges patients face.
Core Principles of Effective Healthcare UX
Accessibility: Designing for all patients, including those with disabilities.
Clarity and Simplicity: Communicating complex medical information in an easy-to-understand manner.
Trust and Transparency: Building confidence through clear communication and reliable systems.
Efficiency and Usability: Streamlining processes to reduce patient burden and improve staff workflows.

Practical Applications of UX in Healthcare: We'll explore real-world examples and case studies showcasing how UX design can enhance:

Telehealth platforms
Patient portals
Mobile health applications
Wearable health devices

The Role of Technology: Examining how digital tools and technologies can be leveraged to create seamless, personalized, and supportive patient experiences.

Measuring and Evaluating UX Success: Discussing key metrics and methods for assessing the effectiveness of UX design interventions in healthcare settings.

The Future of Patient Experience: We will look at emerging trends and innovations that are shaping the future of healthcare UX.

Target Audience

This -virtual- lecture is ideal for anyone seeking to elevate the quality and experience of healthcare, with specific relevance for healthcare professionals, administrators, UX designers, and IT experts.

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