UX CASE STUDIES

Surgical ablation of atrial fibrillation during open-heart surgery — used by cardiac surgeons, perfusionists, and operating room nurses in coordinated high-stakes procedures. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks led the UX across the console, surgical workflow, and hardware-software integration, translating multi-user clinical needs into one coherent procedure. FDA cleared and CE Marked for surgical ablation of cardiac tissue.

Testimonial
“Areteworks understood the cardiac surgical environment from day one. The workflow translated cleanly across the surgeon, perfusionist, and circulating nurse roles, and the console clearly communicated progress without distracting from the procedure.” -Epicor Medical

Noninvasive spinal cord stimulation for spinal cord injury rehab — used by clinicians in clinic and patients continuing therapy at home. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks led UX from sketch to FDA clearance, translating clinician and patient needs into two interfaces sharing one embedded system. FDA cleared and in clinical use across the U.S. and Europe.

“Areteworks took ExaStim from concept to FDA clearance with a workflow that worked for both our clinical team and our patients. They thought about safety, usability, and regulatory rigor from day one.”
— Niche Bio

In the cardiac ICU, clinicians read hemodynamic data on patients whose status can change in seconds. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks translated clinician input into the visual hierarchy, data visualization, and alarm logic clinicians rely on under pressure — designing the interface for Edwards’ HemoSphere monitoring platform.

“Areteworks grasped our complex ICU workflows quickly and delivered an interface that enhanced data visibility without compromising usability. An outstanding design partner.”
– Edwards Lifesciences

In CT and MR imaging, contrast media must be delivered with precise timing and dose during a scan that can’t be paused. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks translated radiologist and CT technologist workflow into an injection sequence that reduces use error — designing the touchscreen interface for Medrad’s Arterion system.

“Areteworks deeply understood our clinical goals and delivered a design that exceeded expectations. Their work brought the Arterion to life with an interface radiologists trust.”
— Director, Product Development, Medrad Radiology

Ormco’s 3D treatment planning system for custom brackets, wires, and aligners — used by orthodontists and their staff across high-volume practices. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks ran ethnographic research in orthodontic practices, translating how doctors and staff actually move through a treatment day into a unified dashboard. FDA-cleared and used in over 100,000 cases worldwide. 50% increase in treatment planning speed, 40% increase in accuracy.
“Areteworks delivered a more intuitive orthodontic platform by deeply understanding how clinicians manage patient care. Their design improved treatment planning speed by 50% and increased accuracy by 40%. Through in-depth field research, they brought clarity to complex workflows. Their thoughtful, detail-driven UX approach made a real impact on clinical efficiency and user confidence.”

The first commercially available intraoperative wavefront aberrometer — used by cataract surgeons to measure the refractive state of the eye in real time during surgery, guiding IOL power selection, astigmatism correction, and lens alignment. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks led the UX across the microscope-mounted hardware, the footswitch-controlled measurement workflow, and the real-time display surgeons relied on under sterile field conditions. FDA cleared and used in cataract surgeries worldwide, now part of Alcon’s ORA System portfolio.
Testimonial
“Areteworks understood what cataract surgeons actually need in the operating room. The measurement workflow felt natural from the first time we used it, and the display gave us exactly the information we needed at exactly the right moment. They designed for the surgical field, not for the spec sheet.”
— WaveTec Vision

Cardiopulmonary bypass system that takes over the function of the heart and lungs during open-heart surgery — operated by perfusionists managing the patient’s circulation, oxygenation, and temperature throughout the procedure. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks led the UX across the perfusion control system, translating the perfusionist’s workflow into a workstation that supports sustained attention across hours-long, life-critical procedures. In clinical use in cardiac centers internationally.
Testimonial
Areteworks understood what a perfusionist actually does. The console gave us situational awareness across every pump and parameter without making us hunt for what mattered. We could focus on the patient, not on operating the machine.”
— COBE Cardiovascular

Automated total-body imaging system for early skin cancer detection — used by dermatologists, primary care physicians, plastic surgeons, and clinical researchers to track skin changes over time. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks designed both interfaces: the patient-facing booth experience that guides patients through nine imaging poses unassisted, and the clinician interface for scan comparison, lesion marking, and treatment tracking across iPad, laptop, and mobile devices. 50% increase in physician confidence. Medical Innovation Finalist.
“Areteworks brought structure and usability to a highly technical, data-driven system. From concept to implementation, they collaborated seamlessly — helping dermatologists compare scans, mark lesions, and assign treatments with ease.”
— Director, Product Development, DermSpectra

The world’s first point-of-care highly-multiplex PCR platform — bringing lab-quality molecular diagnostics to hospital wards, clinics, and decentralized care settings. Drawing on decades of medical device experience, Areteworks translated the design constraint — PCR diagnostics that nurses and ward staff could run without training — into a touchscreen interface simple enough for non-laboratorians, yet capable of running a one-hour respiratory panel. HCAI International Award winner, Most Innovative.

“Areteworks created a clear, intuitive interface for our MiniLab, simplifying real-time molecular testing in a compact space. Their design reduced task time by 40% and increased user confidence during point-of-care testing. By optimizing UX architecture and layout, they helped us deliver critical data faster—without overwhelming users. Their thoughtful approach made a complex product feel remarkably simple.”
— Director, Product Development, Enigma Diagnostics

OMNIC is the analysis platform behind Thermo Fisher’s FTIR and Raman spectrometers — used by scientists in pharmaceutical QC, forensics, and materials research to identify chemical compounds from spectral data.
Drawing on decades of experience designing for scientific environments, Areteworks translated lab analysts’ workflow into a cleaner spectral interpretation experience — reducing the steps from sample to result.

Areteworks’ UX approach was thoughtful and precise. They quickly grasped our complex workflows and delivered designs researchers found immediately usable.”
— Director, Software Product Management, Thermo Fisher Scientific

Showcased in Areteworks’ UX design agency portfolio, this scientific user experience redesign of the NanoDrop system improved measurement speed and reduced cognitive load—scoring 40% higher in usability testing and enhancing efficiency in high-volume lab environments through expert UX consulting.

“Areteworks helped streamline our NanoDrop system interface, making sample measurement faster and more intuitive for lab technicians. Their design reduced cognitive load and scored 40% higher in usability testing, enabling quicker turnaround in high-volume environments. Their attention to detail, user-centered approach, and seamless collaboration made them a trusted partner in delivering high-quality results.”

Featured in Areteworks’ UX agency portfolio, this scientific user experience project simplified Raman imaging workflows and spectral analysis—reducing onboarding time by 35% through intuitive visuals and expert UX consulting.

“Areteworks delivered a cohesive, intuitive interface for our Raman Imaging Microscope, simplifying complex data visualization and spectral analysis. Their custom iconography and layout reduced user onboarding time by 35% and improved workflow clarity. The team’s ability to translate technical depth into an accessible UI made a significant impact on product adoption and user satisfaction.”

A benchtop FTIR spectrometer used in pharma QA/QC, materials research, and academic labs — by users ranging from new technicians to senior scientists. Drawing on decades of designing for scientific environments, Areteworks created the touchscreen interface that lets anyone in the lab run preprogrammed analytical workflows with one-touch icons.

“Areteworks transformed our complex workflows into intuitive, user-friendly experiences. They simplified without sacrificing functionality.”
— Director, Product Management, Thermo Fisher Scientific

AiM UX Mobile Design: Areteworks boosted user engagement by 55% and cut support calls by 40% with an intuitive, AI-enhanced self-inspection app. Explore our case study in the UX design agency portfolio.

“Areteworks reimagined our frustrating, time-consuming vehicle return process into a seamless, user-friendly experience. The app led to a 55% increase in engagement and a 40% drop in support calls.”