Optimal Use of Connect Care in Rheumatology

Overview 

Researchers at the University of Calgary are inviting adults under rheumatology care to take part in a study about how we can better understand and respond to what patients experience. We’re exploring the use of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) – tools that collect information directly from patients about symptoms like pain, fatigue, sleep, mental health, and physical function, along with social factors like income, housing, and transportation. These are all important parts of your health, and we’re working to understand how they might be better incorporated into care in the future.

Adults who are being seen by a rheumatologist, healthcare providers, and health system leaders will work together to guide the research and share findings. Regional and national rheumatology organizations will also partner with the researchers to share findings and help improve healthcare processes.

Who can participate?

Adults under rheumatology care, and living in the Province of Alberta are invited to participate.

Care will be taken to select participants with diverse backgrounds (i.e. socio-economic, ethnicity, gender, etc.).

Want to find out more?

If you are interested in getting involved, please reach out to barberlab@ucalgary.ca.