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mediCAD 8.0

Software

01. Project Overview

Project Name

mediCAD 8.0 – Orthopedic Planning Software

Timeline

May.2023 – September.2025

Role

UX/UI Designer - Product Design Lead

Goal

To deliver a clear and intuitive workflow by integrating the image-loading Query Client with the planning software, unifying 2D and 3D programs, removing unnecessary features, and applying a modern, minimal design for improved usability.

Usability & Workflow Improvements
  • Reduced surgery planning time by enhancing overall usability and optimizing key workflows.
  • Modernized legacy UI with a trend-driven, contemporary visual refresh for clearer, more efficient interactions.
  • Integrated query and planning tools into a single platform for seamless surgical planning.
  • Enhanced UX by collaborating with AI team to enable automated 2D/3D detection and instant mode switching.

02. Problem Definition

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Time-consuming manual work

Manual measurements during surgical planning cause delays.

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Outdated design

Old visual style reduces clarity and user engagement.

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Disjointed software flow

Switching between multiple apps interrupts workflow.

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Limited market scope

Product tailored mainly for German market limits usability elsewhere.

03. Research & Insights

Competitor Overview: Features, Strengths, and Weaknesses

Competitor Features Strengths Weaknesses
TraumaCAD Primarily 2D planning with some 3D support High accuracy, widely used in US market Outdated UI, limited automation, weak 3D
Pikmed 2D/3D planning with mobile support User-friendly interface, fast planning, Europe-focused Lacks advanced features and AI support, limited global reach
OrthoVision Advanced 3D simulation and surgical planning Excellent 3D modeling, high surgical accuracy Complex UI, steep learning curve
mediCAD (Our Product) Automated 2D/3D recognition, integrated platform Efficient automation, intuitive UX, multiple tools integrated Primarily focused on German/European market, needs broader global adaptation


Surgical Software Feature Comparison

Key Insights
  • mediCAD stands out with the highest automation and user interface scores.
  • OrthoVision dominates 3D simulation but has the lowest usability score.
  • Pikmed offers great usability but less advanced AI and simulation features.
  • TraumaCAD scores high on global reach and 3D tools but lags on AI and UI.

04. Ideation, Prototyping & User Testing



Design Process

  1. Wireframes: Explored layout alternatives.
  2. Prototypes: Interactive flows for key tasks.
  3. User Testing: Refined based on feedback loops.

Wireframes

Wireframe 1 Wireframe 2 Wireframe 3

Prototypes

Prototype 1 Prototype 2

User Testing Insights

  • Conducted 5 moderated sessions; identified 3 major usability issues.
  • Iterated UI to address feedback, improving task completion speed.
  • Added clearer labeling to reduce error rate by 15%.
Final Design – Full Workflow
Style guide & UI Kits / View all
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Typography Color

05. outcome

Results & KPIs

Results & KPIs

25%

Task completion time reduced

↑ 65% → 90%

User satisfaction improved

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