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ArticleInternet interventions2026

A practical step-by-step approach for patient and public involvement in eHealth intervention research: Lessons learned from three case projects.

Milon H M van Vliet, Roxy A van Eersel, Charlotte C Poot, Jasper S Faber, Jiska J Aardoom, Eline Meijer, Anke Versluis

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Milon H M van VlietDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Roxy A van EerselDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Charlotte C PootDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Jasper S FaberDepartment of Human-Centered Design, Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology, Delft, the Netherlands.
Jiska J AardoomDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Eline MeijerDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
Anke VersluisDepartment of Public Health and Primary Care, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.

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Abstract

Background: The importance of patient and public involvement (PPI) in research is increasingly acknowledged. PPI is a collaborative approach in which research is conducted with or by end-users. It can enhance research quality and benefit the involved end-users. However, involving end-users in the non-linear and often interdisciplinary process of eHealth development can be challenging. While many resources on PPI exist, a functional and practical overview tailored to eHealth research is lacking. This paper presents a step-by-step approach to support PPI implementation in eHealth intervention research. Methods: Three (ongoing) eHealth projects, each targeting a different population and applying different forms of PPI, informed the approach development. It was iteratively refined based on insights gained from these projects and feedback from other researchers and end-users involved in one of the projects. Results: A six-step approach was developed, each step accompanied by reflective questions to support preparation and evaluation. The steps are: (1) Conclusion: The approach integrates literature with practical, field-based insights. We hope that the approach inspires and supports researchers in implementing meaningful PPI in research.

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eHealthEnd-user involvementLessons learnedParticipatory researchPatient and public involvementRecommendations

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PMCPMC12811673

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