Applying Design Thinking for Co-Designed Health Solutions: A Case Study on Chronic Kidney Disease in Regional Australia.

ABSTRACT: (1) Background: This paper outlines key issues to consider when implementing Design Thinking methodology in health-based qualitative research to achieve a meaningful outcome. The purpose is to share our learnings with others. (2) Methods: Using the case study of an Australian region with high rates of chronic kidney disease, we describe a design-led methodological approach (co-design) that ensures end users remain central to research for the lifespan of the project; from conception of the research question and protocol design, through to solution generation and change implementation. (3) Results: Representation of the four Design Voices-people with lived experience, expertise, intent, and design knowledge-was imperative to minimise bias towards researchers as the main drivers of the projec

SUBMITTER: Stefoska-Needham A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12564462 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature