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ArticleResearch involvement and engagement2021

"Could you give us an idea on what we are all doing here?" the Patient Voice in Cancer Research (PVCR) starting the journey of involvement in Ireland.

Éidín Ní Shé, Aoife Gordan, Barbara Hughes, Tom Hope, Teresa McNally, Ramon Whelan, Mary Staunton, Margaret Grayson, Liane Hazell, Iseult Wilson and 3 more

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Article in Research involvement and engagement, 2021. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.

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13 authors.

Éidín Ní ShéSchool of Population Health, University of New South Wales, Kensington, Australia.
Aoife GordanUCD School of Medicine, University College Dublin, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
Barbara HughesUCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research, University College Dublin, UCD Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
Tom HopeExpert by Experience, Prostate Cancer Patient, Dunboyne, Ireland.
Teresa McNallyExpert by Experience, Representing Family Carers, Dublin, Ireland.
Ramon WhelanExpert by Experience Testicular Cancer Patient, Dublin, Ireland.
Mary StauntonExpert by Experience, University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin, Ireland.
Margaret GraysonNorthern Ireland Cancer Research Consumer Forum, Belfast, UK.
Liane HazellNational Cancer Research Institute (NCRI), UK Forum Programme Manager, London, UK.
Iseult WilsonSchool of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen's University Belfast, Belfast, UK.
Richard StephensConsumer Forum, National Cancer Research Institute, London, UK.
Elaine QuinnUCD Conway Institute of Biomolecular and Biomedical Research, University College Dublin, UCD Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland.
Amanda McCannUCD School of Medicine, University College Dublin, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland. amanda.mccann@ucd.ie.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0003-1911-3307

Funding

Irish Cancer Society PVCR19MMCMMUH Foundation Mater Misericordiae University Hospital Dublin Ireland
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundInvolving patients and their carers in research has become more common, as funders demand evidence of involvement. The 'Patient Voice in Cancer Research' (PVCR) is an initiative led by University College Dublin (UCD) in Ireland. It encourages and enables people affected by cancer, and their families to become involved in shaping and informing the future of cancer research across the island of Ireland. Its aim is to identify the questions and needs that matter most to (i) people living with a cancer diagnosis, and (ii) those most likely to improve the relevance of cancer research. The initiative commenced in April 2016.

methodsThis paper presents a reflective case study of our journey thus far. We outline three key stages of the initiative and share what we have learnt. At the core of PVCR, is a focus on building long-term relationships.

resultsWe have developed over time an inclusive initiative that is built on trust and respect for everyone's contributions. This work is grounded on collegiality, mixed with a good sense of humour and friendship.

conclusionThe development of PVCR has taken time and investment. The benefits and impact of undertaking this work have been immensely rewarding and now require significant focus as we enhance cancer research across the island of Ireland.

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Cancer researchConsumer engagementPatient and public involvementPatients

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PMCPMC8436020

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