Bariatric Surgery Digital Aid






Step 1



Understand

Why?


The anxiety related to health and surgery can often be due to lack of information or lack of support. This app will function as an aid to a patient seeking bariatric surgery by providing education and support to keep them on track with their health goals. 


Goals


1. Fully inform the user about all aspects of the surgery (ie. risks, options, recovery)
2. Prepare user for what to expect, before and after surgery
3. Motivate user to stay on track with recommended steps
4. Provide support through public forums and advice from medical professionals

User Demographics





Based on a study of 360 participants.




STEP 2


Explore



Color Palette





Wireframing

Onboarding



Testing

User testing



Haptic Usability Test

  • Merge pre op and post op
  • “More welcoming”

Observation Test
  • More illustrations
  • Make surgery options clearer
  • Consistent Icons

AB Testing
11 Responses 
The “prepare” page provides all the information I need for my upcoming surgery. 

  • 27.3% Excellent
  • 63.6% Good
  • 9.1% OK







Step 3


Materialize

Final - Bariatric Surgery Pal


Homepage -> Lesson 1



Prepare Page -> AppleHealth integration



Support Page (Public forums, messaging/calling with health provider)