Meet Joan, Anne and Lyndsey. Hear their story and learn why they choose to work in partnership with the HSE.
24 February 2026
The recently launched National Rare Disease Strategy places partnership at its centre. True partnership means listening to lived experience, valuing co production, and embedding collaboration at every stage. A collective voice, across conditions and sectors, will be vital to ensuring full and effective implementation. Here is Joan, Anne and Lyndsey's story on why they are involved with partnership
Podcast : Partnership in the HSE
30 December 2025
In this podcast episode hosted by Noreen Turley, Anne Lawlor, Chairperson of the HSE's Patient Forum and founder of the 22q Charity Ireland, and Joe Ryan, HSE National Director of Public Involvement, Culture, and Risk Management, discuss the critical theme of patient partnership in the HSE. They highlight the importance of genuine patient involvement at every level of healthcare, to increasingly ensure that patient experiences and voices shape the design, implementation, and evaluation of future healthcare services.
Update from the Assistant National Director: lolo Eilian
01 August 2025
This is the first year that Patient and Service User Experience was specifically mentioned in the HSE National Service Plan which has been signed off by government.
Podcast: Patient Voices Shaping Healthcare
08 January 2025
In this episode, we speak to John Wall, a dedicated healthcare campaigner, about his personal journey as a patient advocate. From overcoming challenges to building trust and fostering collaboration, John highlights the significance of Patient Partnership in healthcare decision-making. He discusses his role on the local Programme Improvement Board, the growing inclusion of patient voices, and the importance of clear communication and mutual respect between healthcare professionals and patients. With a vision for a more structured approach to patient involvement, John shares valuable insights and inspires listeners to engage and contribute to shaping a responsive and inclusive healthcare system in the HSE.