Several strategies can be employed to integrate a patient-centric approach in epidemiology:
1. Patient Involvement: Engaging patients in the design, conduct, and dissemination of research ensures that their perspectives are included. 2. Patient-Reported Outcomes (PROs): Utilizing PROs can provide valuable insights into how patients perceive their health and the effectiveness of interventions. 3. Data Personalization: Customizing data collection and analysis to reflect individual patient experiences rather than just population averages. 4. Collaborative Networks: Establishing partnerships between researchers, healthcare providers, and patients to foster a more inclusive approach to health studies.
