Patient Leadership Committee
Download PLC Nomination Form [PDF, 42KB]
OVERVIEW
The Patient Leadership Committee (PLC) is a dynamic group of patients and professionals that help the Network respond to patient needs and seek ways to improve patient/staff relationships. The PLC represents a cross section of patient treatment modalities from across the Network. This committee provides an approach to patient-related issues and concerns that involve continuously seeking better ways to do things --- ways that lead to more informed patients and better treatment results. This committee acts as an advisory group to the Network's Patient Services Department.
GOALS
• Develop informational and educational resources related to renal disease
• Identify and address needs and concerns of renal patients
• Provide information and feedback to the Patient Services Department
MEMBERSHIP on the PLC requires:
• A staggered three year term of office with the option of serving additional terms
• Attend three meetings a year; two unexcused absences within a year result in termination
• Ability to travel – meetings are held in different locations within the states of Illinois , Indiana , Kentucky , and Ohio (travel expenses are reimbursed)
• Experience with renal issues
• Willingness to work on educational projects and activities
CATEGORIES OF MEMBERSHIP
• Patients (maximum 12), 18 years of age or older
• Family members/caregivers (maximum 3)
• Professionals (maximum 8)
• Members at large (maximum 2)