ArticleResearch involvement and engagement2025
Results of a patient engagement training for health advisors: a study of self-perceived competency enhancements.
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backgroundIn recent years, there has been increasing recognition of the importance of patient engagement (PE) in the healthcare industry, especially throughout the product development lifecycle. However, there is limited research on the influence of PE training on the attitudes, knowledge, and skills of health advisors working in the life sciences, who have a substantial effect on decisions made throughout the product lifecycle in the healthcare industry. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a patient engagement training course tailored to healthcare consultants, focusing on changes in self-perceived knowledge, skills and attitudes before and after training.
methodsEighty healthcare consultants of varying seniority levels from a single company based throughout the U.S. and Europe completed a six-part online training course on patient engagement. The training covered various concepts, and the participants were assessed via a modified evidence-based practice questionnaire before and after the course to measure changes in self-perceived knowledge, skills, and attitudes. The study used paired samples t-tests and bivariate Pearson's correlation analyses to evaluate the differences.
resultsFollowing the training, the consultants reported significant improvements in their perceived KSAs toward patient engagement (PE). The most substantial increase was observed in knowledge scores, followed by skills and attitudes. These improvements were particularly notable among lower- to mid-level consultants, especially associate consultants. The training highlighted the need to further health advisors' understanding of PE and the opportunity training can provide.
conclusionsPatient engagement (PE) training significantly improves healthcare consultants' self-perceived knowledge and skills while increasing attitudes and promoting patient-centered approaches throughout the life science industry. This study highlights the importance of standardized PE training programs in enhancing healthcare outcomes and advocates for the integration of patient engagement in healthcare research and development.
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