Patient partners

Patient Partnership Office

Patient Partners

Who are patient partners?

Patient partners are people who have had a lot of experience in the healthcare system as patients, caregivers or family members. 

When you volunteer as a patient partner, you have the chance to help improve the quality of care and services at the MUHC. Your input helps us better meet the needs of patients.

Patient partners are:  

  • committed to improving patient and family experience  
  • good at listening with curiosity, respect, and empathy  
  • willing to share their story and ideas  
  • able to give constructive feedback  
  • ready to actively participate in meetings 
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What do patient partners do?

As a patient partner, you may be asked to:  

  • join committees, advisory groups, or working groups  
  • share your healthcare experiences  
  • create or review patient information tools  
  • analyze patient experience data  
  • help train interns and professionals  
  • take part in developing and implementing research

All patient partners must complete a registration form, a confidentiality agreement and a criminal background check. 

 

Are you interested in becoming a patient partner at the MUHC?

Please complete this application form. 

Personal Information
Contact information
What is the best way to reach you during the day?
Please describe your experience with healthcare. Include details such as interactions or treatments.

Briefly describe why you want to become a patient partner at the MUHC and what you hope to contribute.

Note: Not all applicants will be contacted. Patient partners are chosen for specific projects. You will be contacted if the Patient Engagement Office determines that a project will be a good match with you based on your experience.