Explore a thought-provoking discussion on the crucial role of patient involvement in advancing biomedical research. Delve into how patients and their support networks can significantly enhance our understanding of diseases and shape research priorities. Discover strategies for fostering successful patient-researcher partnerships and learn about the potential impact of cross-sector collaborations. Gain insights into the ways patient experiences can be centered in research design, ultimately accelerating progress in biomedicine. This 52-minute talk, part of Aspen Ideas: Health 2022, challenges viewers to consider how the scientific, medical, consumer, and philanthropic communities can better support and leverage patient insights to drive innovation in healthcare.