This filming has been financially supported by Bayer AG.

As part of the WSC 2025 scientific programme, this video brings together contributors to the poster “Inclusion of lived experience of stroke across the stroke health ecosystem: meaningful engagement with people affected by diverse health conditions in treatment and care innovation.” The conversation highlights the transformative role that survivor perspectives play in strengthening stroke care worldwide.

Featured speakers

• Erica Alexandra Murphy – Bayer AG, Germany
• Stacie Broek – Writer, health advocate and stroke survivor
• Professor Melinda Roaldsen – Stroke scientist with clinical and lived experience
• Angelique Balguid – Philips Healthcare, The Netherlands

What the discussion covers

The speakers explore:

• The rising global burden of stroke and its growing impact on younger populations
• How lived experience enhances clinical decision-making and long-term recovery planning
• The value of survivor involvement in research, innovation, policy and system design
• Best-practice principles for meaningful engagement, including early involvement, clear roles, diversity, accessibility and co-creation

Why this matters

Stroke survivors hold vital insights into the realities of the stroke pathway. Their leadership helps ensure that treatment goals, services and innovations truly reflect the needs of those most affected. Meaningful engagement strengthens collaboration across the healthcare ecosystem—and ultimately drives better outcomes.

👉 Watch the full video to explore how integrating lived experience can reshape the future of stroke care.