Speak Up for Patients

Join the Patients Rising Community

You don’t need a background in healthcare or policy to be an advocate. The Patients Rising Community is a place to learn, share your story, and take action on healthcare issues that matter.

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Learn from people who’ve been there
Get clear, practical advocacy training
Help create real change for patients

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Peer Connection

Learn From Others With Shared Experience

Patients Rising creates opportunities for patients and caregivers to connect, exchange perspective, and learn from others navigating similar healthcare challenges. These connections support thoughtful conversation, shared insight, and more informed advocacy.

Shared Purpose

Focused on What Matters to Patients

Patients Rising brings together individuals who share a commitment to patient-centered healthcare policy. Our work is grounded in improving access, protecting choice, and ensuring patient perspectives are reflected in policy decisions.

By the Numbers

Advocacy, Measured

These metrics reflect the growth and engagement of the Patients Rising community. Together, they show how informed patient engagement translates into measurable impact.

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673

Community Members

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28,813

Advocates

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594

Masterclass Graduates

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Annual Fly-In Attendees

Featured Perspectives

Voices Informing Patient-Centered Policy

Patients Rising highlights perspectives from policy experts, patient leaders, and industry voices whose work intersects with patient access, affordability, and accountability. These insights help inform responsible policy discussions and elevate the patient impact of healthcare decisions.

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“What I love about Patients Rising is that is brings together people form all walks of live, all experiences — rare, chronic, those who have had unique medical experiences — so that we can advocate together. My son lives with a rare disease, but there are so many issues that connect us all.”

– Liz

Patient Advocate

Advocacy Champions

Meet Our Advocates

The Patients Rising Community is a space for patients, caregivers, and advocates to stay informed, exchange perspective, and engage thoughtfully in healthcare policy discussions. Members receive access to resources, conversations, and opportunities to participate when engagement matters.

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Training & Mentorship

LEAD: Legislative Education & Advocate Development

LEAD is Patients Rising’s structured advocacy training program, designed to help patients and caregivers understand healthcare policy, communicate effectively, and engage confidently with decision-makers. The program combines education, practical guidance, and mentorship to support informed policy engagement.

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Get Involved

Become a Patient Advocate

Patients Rising welcomes individuals who want to learn advocacy skills, understand healthcare policy, and participate thoughtfully in patient-centered reform. Whether you’re new to advocacy or looking to deepen your engagement, we provide education, tools, and opportunities to get involved.

Stay Connected

Join the Patients Rising Network

Stay connected to patient advocacy, healthcare policy updates, and opportunities to engage when it matters. Signing up gives you access to resources, education, and invitations to participate in events and initiatives across Patients Rising.

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