How Dotplot is Changing Early Detection

Breast cancer remains one of the most prevalent health concerns for women around the world, making early detection a critical factor in improving survival rates. At the forefront of this fight is Dotplot, an inspiring organisation dedicated to empowering women with the knowledge and tools to monitor their breast health confidently. Led by two trailblazing founders, Debra and Shefali, Dotplot has quickly made a name for itself, earning prestigious accolades like the James Dyson Award and securing two Innovate UK grants, all within just 18 months.

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Visionary Founders, Life-Saving Technology

Debra and Shefali’s passion for revolutionising breast cancer detection is at the core of Dotplot’s innovation. The groundbreaking at-home breast monitoring tool, paired with a user-friendly app, simplifies the self-checking process. The app provides step-by-step guidance, recording your scans and promptly flagging any unusual changes. Considering early detection can increase breast cancer survival rates to 93%, Dotplot’s mission is nothing short of lifesaving.

Taking the Guesswork Out of Breast Self-Exams

Many women face uncertainty when performing self-exams, unsure of what to look for or whether they’re doing it right. Dotplot’s tool is designed to eliminate that uncertainty, providing clear, accurate insights into your breast health with every check.

Empowering Women to Take Control

Breast cancer often presents with subtle symptoms, and many women may avoid seeking help out of fear. Dotplot aims to change that by enabling women to create a 3D scan of their chest, all from the comfort of their home. Regular checks not only boost confidence but also encourage earlier medical consultations if changes are detected. In cases where cancer is diagnosed, this early detection could mean the difference between life and death.

Our Role at GKA

At GKA, through our MedTech services, we are proud to partner with Debra and Shefali to advance this cutting-edge technology. Our team has facilitated valuable connections with healthcare professionals and breast cancer survivors to provide critical insights for Dotplot’s product development. These collaborations have been key in enhancing the user experience and ensuring the tool’s accuracy, driving forward the goal of early detection.

“I felt honoured to contribute to research that can improve the lives of women with breast cancer. It’s amazing to see how this innovative device can help detect cancer early and potentially save lives.” — Workshop Participant

The Journey Forward

In just 18 months, Dotplot has made extraordinary progress, but their journey is far from complete. They continue to engage with healthcare experts and women to refine their solution, with a vision of making breast self-checking a regular, globally adopted practice. We at GKA are excited to be part of this journey and look forward to seeing how Dotplot will continue to revolutionise breast health monitoring.

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If you believe in the power of user-centred design to drive innovation in medical devices, stay connected with us.  We would be delighted to be part of your journey supporting end user research and usability studies.  Let’s work together to continue to help to improve patients’ lives.

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