Empowering Patients in Health Technology Assessment: The European Capacity Building for Patients (EUCAPA) Initiative
Muehler, M.; Siebert, S.; Schnell-Inderst, P.; Rossmann, S.; Puntscher, S.; Planinschitz, T.; Hallsson, L.R.; Houÿez, F.; Delaye, J.; Strammiello, V.; Huic, M.; Siebert, U. · Das Gesundheitswesen · 2024 · Heft S 05 · S. 1 bis 1
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Background Although the European Union' s new Health Technology Assessment Regulation (HTAR) underlines the growing importance of patient perspectives in HTA, patients often face barriers to effective participation due to limited access to engagement opportunities. The objective of this project was to develop, in close interchange with patients, trainings in HTA that equip patients with skills and knowledge enabling them to play an active role in the HTA. Methods We applied a co-production approach to develop a three-stage training program incorporating insights from patients and patient representatives. This in…
