Scope
Create visually compelling graphics to be used for Dr. Roumeliotis' doctoral work, which focused on drug error and harm in the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU).

Process
The infographic request was to depict preventable drug harm in intensive care units. The design is a split composition, divided into two main sections: visual metaphor using a medical IV bag on the left; and an illustrated patient in a hospital bed with supporting statistics on the right. Textual facts are stacked for easy scanning, supported by icons and typographic emphasis. Clean, modern vector shapes create an approachable and polished look. The child in the bed humanizes the issue, evoking empathy and making the data emotionally resonant. Every graphic element directly supports the accompanying text (no filler illustrations). This infographic succeeds in combining emotional resonance (the sick child), clarity (bold stats and icons), and medical relevance (IV metaphor) to powerfully convey its message. It’s approachable for the public while retaining professionalism for a healthcare context.

Additionally, a logo was requested for the KIDS-DISH Program of Research. The logo supports research on pediatric ICU discharge, so it needed to balance clinical credibility with comfort and hope. The design uses a heartbeat line (EKG waveform), evoking ICU monitoring, transitioning into a house silhouette, symbolizing homecoming and family care. This direct narrative links critical care to recovery at home. A blend of sunrise tones (orange, yellow, pink) evokes warmth, optimism, and transition from clinical (blue, green) to comforting spaces. The KIDS-DISH logo thoughtfully models a journey—from the ICU’s heartbeat through to the safety of home—using medical graphics and warm design to resonate with clinicians and parents alike.

Date
October 2019

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