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What is the Patient Advisory Board?

The Patient Advisory Board (PAB) brings together people with lived experience of musculoskeletal conditions to collaborate directly with researchers involved in the SmILE project. As a PAB member, you become an active contributor to the research process. Your experiences, perspectives, and insights will help guide the development of future smart implant technologies and ensure that patient priorities remain at the center of innovation. Together with researchers, clinicians, and engineers, PAB members help ensure that:

Patient needs and expectations are reflected in research and technology design
Ethical, social, and practical considerations are addressed
Research outcomes remain relevant, accessible, and meaningful for patients No scientific or technical background is required. Your lived experience and perspective are what matter most.

Who Can Join?

Adults aged 18+
Individuals with experience of:
Joint replacements (hip, knee, or similar)
Bone fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoporosis
Chronic pain
Other musculoskeletal conditions
People interested in contributing to patient-centered healthcare innovation

Participation is entirely voluntary, and members may withdraw at any time. Senior adults aged 60+ are especially encouraged to apply.

Why Join the PAB?

By becoming a member of the Patient Advisory Board, you will:

Contribute directly to innovative European research on future healthcare technologies
Help ensure that patient voices are included from the earliest stages of development
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary research team at the Luxembourg Institute of Health
Support the creation of safer, more effective, and more meaningful care solutions
Take part in a rewarding and socially engaging experience where your perspective can make a real impact

Many PAB members value the opportunity to exchange experiences, learn about research, and contribute to meaningful change in healthcare.

What Does Participation Involve?

PAB activities may include:

Participating in discussion meetings or workshops
Sharing personal experiences and perspectives
Providing feedback on research ideas, technologies, and communication materials
Helping researchers better understand patient priorities and concerns

Participation requirements are flexible, and meetings may be organized online or in person depending on availability and project needs.

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