# Patient Engagement in Provincial and Territorial Medical Association Decision-Making: A Rapid Scoping Review

## TL;DR

This study finds very little research on involving patients in medical association decision-making, suggesting more work is needed in this area.

## Contribution

The study identifies a significant gap in literature regarding patient engagement in PTMA decision-making.

## Key findings

- A rapid scoping review found no studies meeting inclusion criteria on patient engagement in PTMA decision-making.
- The review highlights a lack of existing research on this topic, indicating a need for further investigation.

## Abstract

In recent years health systems have engaged patient partners in decision-making. Provincial and Territorial Medical Associations (PTMAs) are the sole bargaining agents for physicians. PTMA negotiations with governments are often seen as insular. Adding the patient perspective could add tremendous value to negotiating committees, etc. as PTMAs look to advocate for person-centered care provided by their members. Using rapid scoping review methodology, PubMed was searched for studies reporting on the use of patient partners in PTMA decision-making. Title and abstract screening were conducted by a single reviewer with full-text review screened by two reviewers.

The search yielded 231 titles with 10 moving to full-text review and ultimately no titles meeting inclusion criteria. This empty scoping review has identified a paucity of literature reporting on patient engagement in PTMA decision-making. Further research is required to determine the utility of introducing patient partners in this capacity.