Chronicling Dr. Marlett’s distinguished career, this book is a richly described compilation of accessible resources for those interested in centring “patient” voices in health research and innovation. Through this book, readers—theorists, methodologists, practitioners, educators, students, and patients—find abundant points of entry through which to step into the conversation in a way that best fits their background and goals. Vivid historical accounts help readers locate their own experiences in relation to how discourses and corresponding practices have been advanced as well as challenged. Exemplar patient-driven initiatives are described and innovations to research design and data analysis are illustrated. A multitude of plain language tables and thought-provoking discussion questions add to the demystifying of research processes. This book has something for everyone seeking a world in which power and privilege can be more equally shared. 

—Dr. Bonnie Lashewicz and Dr. Meaghan Edwards,
Community Rehabilitation & Disability Studies,
Department of Community Health Sciences,
Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary