Why Patient Engagement Matters in Data Science, Engineering & Technology

Description

This is a beginner level session, intended as an introduction to patient engagement and its importance in the specific context of data science, engineering and technology. Attendees will be able to learn about the underlying principles of patient engagement, its relevance in these fields, and examples of ways in which the voices and perspectives of people with lived and living experience of health conditions, their families, and communities can support health research. There will also be ample opportunity for questions and discussion. This session will also serve as a starting point for any attendees interested in learning more about their eligibility and how to apply for the Dr. Wattamon Srisakuldee Memorial PREPPP Award*.

*Though the website indicates applications for the PREPPP Award close Nov 14, we have extended the deadline specifically for projects in data science, technology and engineering to January 20, 2023.

Learning Objectives

Following this session, attendees should be able to:

- Describe the concept of patient engagement as it relates to health research;

- Discuss ways in which lived experience can inform data science, technology and engineering research projects; and

- Develop draft strategies or plans for engaging people with lived experience in projects in these research fields.

Discussion Lead

Trish Roche, Knowledge Translation Practice Lead at CHI.

Trish Roche (she/her) is the Intake Coordinator and Knowledge Translation Practice Lead at the George & Fay Yee Centre for Healthcare Innovation. Trish actively supports the theory and practice of both patient engagement and knowledge translation in patient-oriented health research projects and programs, through education, training, resources, and strategic consulting.

The 2022-2023 Patient Engagement Lunchtime Learning Series

Educational sessions, panel discussions, and case studies open to anyone interested in learning more about the principles and practice of meaningful, safe and inclusive patient and public engagement in health research.

Each session is categorized into one of three levels. Learners of all levels are welcome to register for every session, though beginners will want to refer to preparation materials (videos and readings) to prepare for intermediate and advanced sessions.

Beginner: intended for those new to engagement and provide a basic understanding of patient and public engagement and its underlying principles.

Intermediate: intended for those with a basic understanding of the principles of engagement, with preparation materials provided to beginners who wish to attend.

Advanced: intended for those with hands-on experience in engagement who want to enhance their skills and knowledge of engagement, with preparation materials provided to beginners or those without hands-on experience who wish to attend.

CHI's Patient Engagement Team

The Patient and Public Engagement (PE) Team includes Carolyn Shimmin, Patient and Public Engagement Lead for CHI, and two Knowledge Brokers, Trish Roche and Ogai Sherzoi. The team works collaboratively with researchers, clinicians and students to support the meaningful and active involvement of patients, caregivers, families, communities, and members of the public in health research projects and programs. This includes direct support for development and conduct of engagement activities with diverse groups, facilitating relationships, and the development and delivery of resources, training, and education.

Visit our website for more information at https://umanitoba.ca/centre-for-healthcare-innovation/

Accreditation

The CHI Patient and Public Engagement Lunchtime Learning Series is a self-approved group learning activity (section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. This session may also be eligible for credits with other professional bodies. This series is accredited for a maximum of 10 hours (1 hour per session) and participants will only receive credit for sessions they attend. Certificates of completion are issued annually.