MDS PATIENT JOURNEY
I created this patient journey prototype to illustrate the patient journey through MDS (myelodysplasia). The aim is to show the patient journey through this disease state.
Project: MDS Patient journey
Role: Graphic/UX designer
Software: Adobe XD, Adobe Indesign
Problem
I created this patient journey through the disease state of MDS to help patients who have been recently diagnosed understand this complex disease. There are tools for doctors to understand how the patient feels. This was inspired by my father’s battle with this disease. We found that the healthcare recommendations aided in confusion and did not invite conversation. This tool is to help patients feel understood during this complex journey.
Concept
The concept was inspired by old-school video games where characters speak to each other. I created a patient journey map inspired by “ Pilgrim’s Progress “ and “ The Lord of the Rings. “ I wanted to visually illustrate each area of this disease. I utilized AI to help create each area and the characters. I developed the map myself using gaming software.
User Group
All ages. Patients and their families. Healthcare professionals
Challenges
To create different environments for each symptom
Create a visual map that illustrates the patient journey
The patient has the chance to move through the “game” as either the patient or the doctor.
Initial Map mockup
Pick your character
start your journey
Overall Solution
I used AI to help create each environment, the characters, and the copy. I wanted to illustrate each area and how the patient might be feeling. This is a prototype for an interactive website would allow patients to go through the journey and feel understood. While also showing healthcare professionals how to relate to their patients and how complex this disease is, it is not one size fits all; patience and understanding are needed on the healthcare side to serve patients and their families better.
