The Secret to Giving Patients a V...
The Secret to Giving Patients a Voice That Researchers Can’t Ignore
The Teaching Journeys Podcast by Dave Roberts
E312
Sep 17, 2026
25:18
Episode notes

In this episode, Wes Michael shares the story behind founding Rare Patient Voice, how it connects patients with researchers, and the future of patient-centered healthcare. Discover how patient voices are shaping medical research and treatment development.

You will further discover:

  • The origin story of Rare Patient Voice
  • How patient panels are built and used in research
  • The importance of listening to diverse patient voices
  • Future directions for global patient engagement
  • The role of technology and social media in patient recruitment
  • Challenges and frustrations in patient research participation
  • The impact of patient feedback on drug development
  • The importance of inclusivity in patient research
  • Wes Michael's personal motivation and experiences
  • The merger with Kon ... 
Keywords
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Wes Michael
Rare Patient Voice
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