Respectful engagement of Indigenous Peoples in patient-oriented research
The Diabetes Action Canada Indigenous Patient Circle defines their mission as “Indigenous partners empowering holistic approaches to wellness”. Its members are ensuring their voices are heard as they address the most important diabetes-related health challenges for Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Today Sasha Delorme and Alex McComber discuss the Indigenous Patient Circle and the respectful engagement of Indigenous people in patient-oriented research.
1 Loka 202022min
Patients as Research Partners
When research studies are designed, there is often a critical party absent from the table – patients. More often than not, those who are expected to benefit from a new treatment or technology aren’t involved with the process or development—and that can be an enormous problem. Dr. Holly Witteman and Patient Partner Dana Greenberg discuss the value of having patients involved in research design.
16 Syys 202021min
