1. Patient Advisory Council: “Nothing about us without us” Bedlam Patient Advisory Council: “Nothing about us without us”
OUR TEAM:
Faculty Sponsor: Kirsten Havig
Student Champion: Renee Engleking
Bryce Manning, Stephanie Garrett, Emilie Dempsey & Kathy Strunk
THE VISION:
A forum for diverse patients to be heard and to impact the systems that impact them
Truly patient-centered, community-connected care
Substantive engagement with the health care system
Empowerment and skill development translates to other areas of patients’ lives

2. Our current reality
Patients report their desire to be heard by health care providers…we need more mechanisms to meet this need
No current patient representation at the OU Bedlam Clinic (Dr. Whitt, 8/1/12)
Other health care organizations employ successful patient advisory councils with positive impacts for patients and communities
Underrepresented populations have much to offer = missed opportunities!

3. The Prototype…
The Council will provide feedback about patient-identified issues, based on experience and unique perspective, regarding community health needs, relevant barriers and supports, and solutions, in order to inform and improve service
Self- or staff-nominated for membership rotation
Training on systems and processes for 9 diverse members
Regular meetings with resources for child care, transportation, meals, translation, facilitation
Review materials, policies, and programs
Elected representative to serve on Bedlam Board
Provide recommendations and ideas