About Me

Vision

As a research and development design engineer specialising in healthcare, I am driven to address complex medical challenges and relieve the pressures faced by medical professionals through innovative design. My interactions with healthcare providers, patients, and (biomedical) engineers reveal a critical need for solutions that not only improve patient experiences and outcomes but also streamline workflows and reduce the strain on the healthcare system.

First, you need to understand the whole care pathway and clinical workflows in order to avoid designing point solutions that do not consider the consequences for the rest of a system, but to design solutions that actually have the desired effect and end up being implemented.

I believe that well-researched, evidence-based design is essential to creating medical devices that are both highly functional and aesthetically appealing to ensure that solutions are adopted by the users. By staying informed about the latest innovations and focusing on ergonomics, safety, and human factors, I ensure my designs meet the needs of medical environments whilst complying with Medical Device Regulation (MDR).

With a focus on reducing clinician burden, I strive to create design solutions that enhance usability, support better patient care, and contribute to more efficient healthcare systems. My goal is to deliver medical devices that are not only visually appealing but, more importantly, serve as tools to improve patient wellbeing and ease the workload of healthcare professionals.

“Use design to solve complex medical challenges to improve patients’ experiences, outcomes and clinical workflows.”

Professional Identity

The medical field often presents complex challenges, with a notable gap between the technical solutions developed by engineers and the practical needs of end users, such as patients and surgeons. My goal as a research and development design engineer is to bridge this gap by translating technical innovations into user-centred designs. I actively involve end users throughout the design process, ensuring their unique needs are integrated into the final product. This participatory approach ensures that the solutions I create are not only technically functional but also embrace the usability and desirability critical to healthcare environments.

With a strong focus on action and results, I thrive in dynamic, high-energy environments where rapid progress is valued. My enthusiasm allows me to engage and inspire others, while my boldness ensures I take the necessary steps to create impactful design solutions. I am good at generating momentum and securing buy-in from various stakeholders, which is crucial in healthcare settings where collaboration across disciplines is essential.

By understanding both the technical rationale behind engineering decisions and the real-world demands of medical professionals, I reimagine technical principles with a focus on usability. My designs prioritise ergonomics, human factors, and patient well-being while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards such as the MDR. I believe that true innovation occurs when designs are both functional and embraced by end users, leading to solutions that are not only implemented but also significantly improve patient care and clinician workflows.

My approach balances creativity and practicality, allowing me to connect technical innovation with real-world applicability. By maintaining this balance, I aim to design solutions that reduce the burden on healthcare professionals, improve patient outcomes, and contribute to a more efficient healthcare system.

Soft Skills

Problem solving

Adept at identifying challenges and developing creative, practical solutions. I analyse complex issues, explore multiple perspectives, and apply innovative approaches to overcome obstacles, ensuring efficient and effective outcomes in research, design and development.

Presenting

Skilled in delivering clear, engaging presentations that communicate complex design concepts into understandable ideas. Experienced in presenting to stakeholders, guiding user testing, and showcasing at events. Able to convey design narratives, key insights, and build support for new solutions, ensuring effective communication with diverse audiences.

Research

Experienced in conducting thorough research to inform design decisions and share knowledge. Skilled in gathering insights from various sources, including user testing, literature, and industry best practices, to ensure designs are grounded in evidence and meet real-world needs.

Multidisciplinary

collaboration

Skilled at leading multidisciplinary teams and integrating diverse perspectives to create user-centered designs. I foster collaboration, secure stakeholder buy-in, and ensure that both technical functionality and user needs are met. My approach drives momentum and results, delivering solutions that improve healthcare outcomes.

Technical Skills

Hardware

Experienced in transforming concepts into physical prototypes through CAD modeling and various manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, laser cutting, milling and molding. Special focus on medical device materials to ensure biocompatibility, comfort, and safety from early development stages.

Software

Experienced in writing code to make prototypes functional, enabling sensor control, actuator operation, and intuitive Human-Computer Interfaces. Proficient in C++ and Swift, with a focus on seamless software-hardware interaction and tailored digital solutions.

Academic writing

Skilled in creating clear,

concise, and well-researched

academic papers and

design reports. Experienced

in structuring complex

ideas, conducting literature

reviews, and adhering to

academic standards and

formatting guidelines. Able

to effectively communicate

design research findings to

both specialised and general

audiences.

Data analysis