Ontario’s catalyst for patient-oriented research

Research-Day

SAVE THE DATE - April 10, 2025

OSSU Research Day 2025 : Igniting a Decade of Patient-Powered Research

Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements in research driven by the partnership between researchers, policymakers, and patients. Discover inspiring stories and the impact of collaboration on advancing health solutions.

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What is patient-oriented research?

Patient-oriented research (POR) is an approach to health research that:

  • engages patients, researchers and other stakeholders as partners in research
  • answers questions that are important to patients
  • aims to improve health and the health care system
For Researchers

For Researchers

Access expertise from top research centres in Ontario, workshops, training and resources to help you engage in, and conduct, patient-oriented research.

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For Patients

For Patients

Tools, training, information and resources to help patients and caregivers partner in patient-oriented research.

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For Policy Makers

For Policy-makers

Research expertise, health system data, resources and training to help policy-makers and healthcare providers support and apply patient-oriented research.

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