Personal medical devices, such as auto-injectors for biologics, insulin pens and inhalers, are engineered to allow patients to autonomously deliver their own care. Given their high level of patient involvement, if they are to be successful, these devices must surpass functionality alone to resonate with patients on an emotional level.
To uncover how emotional benefits are derived from device features and subsequently are applied within the patient’s life, research should meet three key criteria.
1. Contextualize research to assess the patient's emotional state
Patient-centric devices offer both tangible and emotional benefits to patients. What is, at face value, a delivery...