Patient-centered research in radiology: A Canadian perspective.

This article examines the importance of patient-centered research in radiology with an emphasis on incorporating the patient perspective to improve patient-reported outcomes (PROs) and research relevance. The methods for effective patient engagement include creating patient advisory councils, developing PRO measures, and incorporating patients as active members of research teams. To solve logistic challenges and technical difficulties, communication tools such as visual aids, simplified language, and digital applications are discussed. Key barriers to patient engagement and potential solutions are discussed. The roles of artificial intelligence (AI) and mobile health (mHealth) platforms in simplifying data, as well as addressing ethical considerations related to data security, transparency, and informed consent, are highlighted.