Empowered patients play a vital role in shaping a modern, equitable and sustainable healthcare system. Through continuous education and access to reliable information, patients can actively participate in decisions regarding their treatment and care, while also contributing meaningfully to the development of effective health policies and the continuous improvement of healthcare services.
In this context, HACRO – the Hellenic Association of Contract Research Organizations proudly supports the initiative of the Greek Patients Association to establish the first EUPATI Patient Academy in Greece.
The programme aims to provide structured and specialised education for patient representatives across key areas, including:
- Health Technology Assessment (HTA)
- Clinical Trials and Drug Development
- Regulatory Affairs
- Digital Health
- Healthcare Innovation and Patient Involvement in Health Policy
Through this comprehensive educational programme, patient representatives will strengthen their institutional capacity, gain a deeper understanding of the healthcare ecosystem and acquire the knowledge and skills needed to contribute effectively to policy discussions as informed, credible and equal partners.
HACRO firmly believes that informed and engaged patients are essential to advancing patient-centred clinical research and fostering a healthcare system that is more transparent, collaborative and responsive to society’s evolving needs.