CAB Researcher Recognition Award 2009
The Consumer Advisory Board of the Arthritis Research Centre of Canada Presents the Award for Outstanding Involvement of Consumers in Research Decision-Making
The Consumer Advisory Board (CAB) of the Arthritis Research Centre of Canada has created an award recognizing the meaningful contribution of an individual who has significantly promoted and helped develop the role of consumers (people with arthritis) in arthritis research.
The 2009 award recognizes the contribution of Dr. Allen J. Lehman PhD Postdoctoral Fellow
Faculty of Health Sciences
Simon Fraser University
Research Associate
Arthritis Research Centre of Canada
Simon Fraser University
Research Associate
Arthritis Research Centre of Canada
Dr. Lehman has been very inclusive of consumers in his research, particularly in his recent study "Spousal Social Support and Relationship Satisfaction", and his current study on Arthritis and First Nations People. Consumer involvement included assistance in developing research questions, review of questionnaires, member recruitment and result dissemination.
As co-chairman of the Consumer Advisory Board from the Board's inception in 2003, Dr. Lehman has been one of the largest influences on consumer advocacy at the ARC table. With his leadership, innovation, dedication, professionalism, integrity and mentorship, CAB members have gained experience and confidence needed to become collaborators and advisors on arthritis research studies.
The Consumer Advisory Board thanks Dr. Lehman for providing comprehensive and timely guidance to consumers and for his efforts in improving the lives of people living with arthritis.