METRI

An app to help manage pain associated with endometriosis and more.

Overview: An application to help people suffering from endometriosis and other pain conditions be able to better log their pain and be able to relay information to physicians.

My Role: UX Designer

Problem: Pain regarding endometriosis is often underestimated and hard to communicate to a user's medical team.

Duration: 6 weeks

Tools: Adobe Illustrator, Figma, Zoom, Paper & Pencil

I started by reseraching what solutions were already available ...
-Immersed myself in extensive research, analyzing pain management technology in relation to endometriosis patients.
-Unearthed user pain points prevalent in existing applications, including their lack of gender inclusivity, poor user-friendliness, excessive complexity, and inadequate integration with healthcare providers.
-Recognized the urgency of creating a gender-neutral and user-friendly application that seamlessly facilitates information sharing with healthcare providers.

I created a simple, gender-neutral interface for logging pain ...
-Navigated the intricate process of prototyping, focusing on simplicity, accessibility, and intuitive design to address user pain points.
-Devoted meticulous attention to gender neutrality by refraining from traditional period-related color schemes, ensuring inclusivity and acceptance for all users.
-Strived to develop an interface that not only simplifies the user experience but also seamlessly integrates with healthcare providers, streamlining the process of sharing vital information.

I learned all about working together on a cross-functional team...
Fostered a collaborative environment, working closely with a team that shared a common vision of creating an application that prioritizes user needs.
Collaborated with a skilled student developer to bring our designs to life, ensuring that our ideas translated seamlessly into a practical and functional application.
Leveraged our collective expertise and the capabilities of our technology stack to create a solution that is both technically feasible and user-centric.

I learned more than I could have ever expected to...
-Gained a profound understanding of the pain points experienced by endometriosis patients in their interactions with existing applications.
-Developed a keen awareness of the significance of gender neutrality, user-friendliness, and streamlined information sharing with healthcare providers.
-Strengthened my technical skills by collaborating with a talented student developer, harnessing the potential of our technology stack.
-This case study highlights the transformative power of empathetic and inclusive design, emphasizing the importance of addressing user pain points to create meaningful solutions for individuals living with chronic conditions like endometriosis.