Dr. Dawn Richards came to patient engagement by an unexpected route: she was an analytical chemist before rheumatoid arthritis reshaped her perspective on research. Now she draws on both her scientific training and lived experience to help researchers work meaningfully with patient partners. In this episode of Action on Pain, Virginia, Keith, and Jennifer chat with Dawn about why patient partners’ contributions should be recognized through fair compensation and authorship—and why researchers may need practical support to involve them. She also challenges the idea that people with lived experience bring only their diagnosis to the table, highlighting the skills and perspectives they carry from across their lives.

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In this week's episode of Action On Pain, hosts Jennifer, Virginia, and Keith speak with Neil Pearson — physiotherapist, UBC clinical assistant professor, and pain management yoga therapist. Neil shares his journey from questioning outdated pain models to integrating yoga therapy with modern pain science. He discusses his current work supporting veterans with complex chronic pain through interdisciplinary care, the importance of early intervention, and why truly believing patients' experiences is fundamental to effective treatment. A thoughtful and inspiring conversation for anyone navigating chronic pain.

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In this episode of the Action On Pain podcast, Virginia, Keith, and Jennifer welcome Dr. Melanie Noel, a pediatric pain scientist and clinical psychologist from the University of Calgary. Dr. Noel shares her research on how childhood pain experiences and trauma shape chronic pain in adulthood. The conversation explores trauma-informed care, the power of language, and the importance of empathy in healthcare settings. Dr. Noel also connects her work to Health Canada's Action Plan for Pain, emphasizing that meaningful change requires compassion from clinicians, families, and communities alike.

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