Research Spotlight | Designing and delivering public engagement activities together with patient partners

Written by: Sevtap Savas, PhD, Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University on behalf of the Public Interest Group on Cancer Research

The Public Interest Group on Cancer Research has published an article about the lessons learned, perspectives and experiences gained, and personal impact experienced as a result of organizing and delivering the Public Conference on Cancer.

This public event was held on October 15, 2022 and aimed to exchange knowledge on cancer lived experiences, cancer care, and importance of partnering with patients and family members.

The Public Interest Group is excited to share their insights globally and in both public and scholarly environments.

You can freely access their manuscript here.

A lay summary of the manuscript can be found in this article.

Currently, the Public Interest Group on Cancer Research consists of 11 public members and four scientists. If you are interested in learning more about this group or joining the group, please contact Sevtap Savas (savas@mun.ca, 709 864–6507).

The group thanks the Office of Public Engagement and Discipline of Oncology for funding the Public Conference on Cancer project; NL SUPPORT for supporting the project and the group; and all participants, speakers, and feedback providers for making the Public Conference on Cancer a valuable experience.

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