Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute

The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) was established to help patients and healthcare providers make more informed decisions by funding research that offers evidence-based information about the effectiveness of various medical treatments. PCORI's core mission is to improve the quality and relevance of evidence available to all stakeholders in the healthcare community. They focus on patient-centered outcomes research, which involves patients in the research process and addresses questions that matter most to them. Their market focus includes healthcare providers, patients, and policymakers.

Notable affiliated individuals include members of PCORI's Board of Governors, who convene regularly to guide the organization's strategic direction. PCORI has achieved significant milestones, such as funding numerous research projects aimed at improving patient safety and managing chronic conditions like mental health and diabetes. The institute's impact is evident in its contributions to more informed healthcare decisions and its role in advancing patient-centered research methodologies.