Case Study: Side Effects May Include Clarity

Understanding the motivations behind the data

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The Challenge

Patient behavior doesn’t align with brand and marketing expectations. Our goal was to uncover why.

The L5 team conducted a retrospective analysis of existing research, one-on-one interviews, and in-home ethnographies to more deeply understand the everyday experiences that shape patient behavior.

The Approach

The Breakthrough

  • Existing expectations were built on data that lacked depth and accuracy. 

  • Understanding patient behavior required challenging assumptions, identifying what was missing, and delivering insights that actually change outcomes.

The Impact

In a space where “more data” can lead to less clarity, Level 5 delivered evidence and insights the marketing team could use to drive smarter decisions, more meaningful engagement, and develop commercial strategies that actually stick.

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