A Guide to Authentic Patient Engagement

Discover how to authentically engage patients, family members, and caregivers in healthcare decisions to enhance the quality of care for everyone. 

The Guide to Authentic Patient Engagement provides a variety of resources to support your team, no matter where you are in your patient engagement journey. 

In 2022, we updated the guide to include new sections on diversity, equity, and inclusion; Indigenous cultural safety and humility; essential considerations for working together; and the six steps to effective engagement. 

You can also explore the Guide to Authentic Patient Engagement video series below. This series complements the guide, offering flexible, on-demand learning to fit your schedule. 

1. Key Definitions and Concepts of Patient Engagement

1.1. A Guide to Authentic Patient Engagement

2. Planning Role Clarity for the Patient Partner

3. Finding Patient Partners

4. Involving a Patient Partner

5. Ongoing Support, 6. Closing the Loop