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Generative AI is revolutionising many industries, but when it comes to creating medical illustrations, there’s one undeniable truth: AI simply can’t replace the expertise of a qualified medical illustrator. The risks of relying on generative AI for medical images are too significant to ignore, as highlighted by recent high-profile examples of AI failures that have embarrassed employers, damaged reputations, and undermined trust. The Problem with AI-Generated Medical Illustrations Medical illustrations require precision, accuracy, and a deep understanding of human anatomy, pathology, and medical concepts. While AI can generate images quickly, it lacks the ability to validate its own work. This...

At Medical Stock Images, we want to share an update about the founder and creative force behind our exceptional collection of medical illustrations. Joanna Culley, a name familiar to many of our valued customers, is now Dr. Joanna Butler. Joanna has been painting under her maiden name, Culley, for more than three decades but has decided now is the time to change. This change reflects her remarkable achievements, including earning her PhD, which has further solidified her status as a leader in medical illustration and scientific visual communication. As part of this transition, our website is currently undergoing updates to...

In a groundbreaking step toward inclusivity in healthcare education, Dr Joanna Butler has developed the world’s first set of week-by-week medical illustrations of pregnancy specifically featuring individuals of Black ethnicity. These scientifically accurate visuals represent a significant advancement in addressing a longstanding gap in medical education and health communication materials. Designed with meticulous attention to anatomical detail, these illustrations are ideal tools for doulas, midwives, and educators in childbirth and health education centres, serving as a resource to better support Black families during their pregnancy journey. This initiative aims to empower minority populations, improve health literacy, and foster more equitable healthcare by...