Positioning patients to partner: exploring ways to better integrate patient involvement in the learning health systems

In this discussion paper by Lee-Foon and colleagues, it is highlighted that patients, caregivers, and communities are increasingly recognized as vital stakeholders in healthcare improvement initiatives, with their lived experiences valued as expertise. However, current engagement practices often limit their involvement, necessitating a shift towards deeper and more continuous engagement, particularly within the framework of a Learning Health System (LHS), which requires robust resources and infrastructure to support meaningful participation throughout healthcare systems.

Keywords: Discussion, Patient Partnership and Engagement, 2023

Read the full paper here: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40900-023-00459-w