Why Patient Engagement Matters in Data Science, Engineering & Technology

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.

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.