Meet Our Partner
Patient Advocates In Research (PAIR)
Where Research Meets Reality
About PAIR
The PAIR Communication Network has been active since 1996 and provides a forum for ideas, support, and discussions for Patient Advocates who focus on health research and emerging medical advances.
Our efforts add relevance so patient issues are addressed from the beginning to help achieve better results for patients dealing with risk, diagnosis, treatment, healthcare, and supportive care.
Our Vision
Patient Advocates in Research (PAIR) centers the voices of those most impacted by disease, patients, caregivers, and communities. By working with Patient Advocacy Groups, Community Health Workers, and Community Based Organizations, and leveraging digital platforms, PAIR advances more equitable, community-driven research that strengthens trust, expands participation, and generates insights that better reflect real-world needs.
Types of Research
PAIR members focus on cancer or other health fields (e.g., infectious, autoimmune, neurological/Central Nervous System).
We also cover topics like
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AI & Data
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Biomarkers & Diagnosis
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Clinical Trials
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Resources & Training
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Quality of Life & Patient Research
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Scientific Discovery
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Therapies & Treatments
PAIR works with research that touches people
Meet The Founder of PAIR
Deborah Collyar is PAIR’s founder, and has experience between the worlds of tech, communication, strategy, management, policy, operations, and training to bridge gaps between patients, medical providers, scientists, payors, governments, and non-profits.
Our Volunteers
Thanks to our volunteers who come primarily from these organizations.
