Enhancing the Patient Experience for People with Disabilities through Diversity & Inclusion Practices
Published August 7, 2019
We recognized the need to strengthen our health system’s ability to provide a more positive experience for patients with disabilities. The Office for Diversity and Inclusion joined forces with the Office of Service Excellence and Patient Experience to increase awareness and address this challenge
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PFAC Series – Webinar/Panel: Starting a PFAC
Published September 26, 2025
Learn the foundational steps to create a strong and effective PFAC, from defining purpose and recruiting members to setting up structures for meaningful collaboration. Join us for a three-part interactive virtual series designed to help healthcare organizations start, strengthen, and sustain Patient and Family Advisory Councils (PFACs) that truly make an impact. Whether you are launching your
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Partnership, Collaboration, and Co-Production to Improve Patient Experience Beyond Conducting Surveys – Lessons from the Quebec Model, Canada Authors
Published August 8, 2025
The objectives of this article are to present how, in the province of Quebec (Canada), healthcare and service partnerships have been implemented, to take stock of the current situation and to suggest ways to continue strengthening the model over the coming years, in Quebec and elsewhere in the world. Methods: Three methods were mobilized: (1) a review
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Communicating Effectively when Engaging People with Lived Experience in Mental Health and Substance use Health Research: A Qualitative Descriptive Study
Published November 12, 2025
Background. People with lived experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges and families (PWLE/F) are increasingly engaged in research, providing positive impacts. However, effective engagement can be challenging, including ensuring effective communication. This qualitative study sought to understand the communication preferences of PWLE/F who are engaged in mental health and substance use health research.
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