Access, Equity, & Engagement: Designing Care Around Patients

On this episode Erica & Stefan hear from access and engagement expert Keri McDonough, MA to unpack what “access” really means beyond cost. Drawing on powerful patient stories and more than 20 years of experience, Keri explores the hidden barriers to clinical trials, the importance of peer connection, and why embedding patient insights across the healthcare lifecycle is essential. The conversation highlights how sustained relationships, better communication, and truly patient-centered design can transform healthcare from the inside out.Resources:Equitable Access to Clinical Trials ProjectNational Health Council: Capturing & Including the Patient VoiceMulti-Regional Clinical Trials Center Health Literacy in Clinical Research GlossaryPatient Focused Medicines DevelopmentSociety for Public Health Information-Health LiteracyLearn more about our show and to submit ideas#PatientEngagement #PatientAdvocacy #MedicalAdvocacy #Pharma #HealthcareInnovation #HealthcareDecisions