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Make a Difference by Becoming a Peer Mentor

If you're living with Type 2 Diabetes and have participated in a clinical study, you have something invaluable to offer.

The SYNCHRONIZE® T2D Mentor Program connects you one-on-one with study candidates and participants who are looking for real perspective from someone who has been there.

Become a mentor

About the Program

Proudly sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, the SYNCHRONIZE® T2D mentor program matches clinical study candidates and participants with trained volunteer mentors to offer perspective and encouragement.

As a Mentor, you will:

Share personal experiences related to clinical study participation

Share your treatment and disease journey, including clinical study experience

Help patients with practical tips and insights, such as preparing for appointments

Provide a listening ear and help others feel supported

Mentors are not healthcare professionals and should not provide medical advice.  All conversations are based on personal experience.  Patients should always consult their healthcare provider regarding any medical questions or treatment decisions.

Topics Participants May Want to Talk to a Mentor About

Mentees look to you for the perspective only a peer can offer:
Your personal experience living with Type 2 Diabetes and participating in a clinical study
What to expect during study participation, from time commitments to study check ins and study procedures
Balancing study participation with every day life and the routine of Type 2 Diabetes care
How to talk to your study team - tips on asking the right questions, voicing concerns and feeling confident and heard throughout the process
Staying motivated and managing uncertainty - how to navigate the emotional ups and downs of study participation, from the decision to enroll through study completion
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How the Program Works

From sign up to first connection, participation is easy - and at your own pace
Become a mentor
Step 1
Sign Up
Complete a short questionnaire to share your experience with Type 2 Diabetes and clinical study participation and help us to get to know you.
Step 2
Share Your Story
Have a brief call with the PatientPartner team so we can learn more about your journey and the experiences you feel comfortable sharing with others.
Step 3
Complete Training
Complete training to feel confident and prepared to support others through respectful, experience-based conversations.
Step 4
Get Matched
PatientPartner will match you with someone whose journey may benefit from your perspective and support.
Step 5
Start Connecting
Have online, one-on-one conversations. Share insights, offer encouragement, and make a difference.

What mentors are saying

Hear from PatientPartner community members about why peer support matters:
“I just want to be there for someone who’s going through something I’ve been through, sometimes simply sharing an experience can make a big difference. “
Crissy
Houston, TX
“A community like PatientPartner is so important because sometimes you just don’t know where to go. You need that community to lean on and trust. And I want to help others.”
Charles
San Diego, CA

About the SYNCHRONIZE® T2D study

SYNCHRONIZE® T2D is a Type 2 Diabetes clinical research study testing whether a once-weekly study medicine may help adults better manage blood sugar, along with healthy eating and physical activity. Because the study lasts about a year and may include long breaks between visits, mentors can play an important role in helping participants stay informed, supported, and engaged throughout the journey.

Who the study is for

Adults with Type 2 Diabetes who meet study requirements, including people managing diabetes with lifestyle changes, diabetes pills, or long-acting insulin.

Study journey

Participants are screened to see if they qualify, review and sign informed consent, receive weekly study injections, attend study visits and health checks, and complete follow-up with the study team.

Timeline and routine

Study treatment lasts about 52 weeks, and the full study lasts about 56 weeks, with some periods where participants may go longer between study visits.

Patient experience

Participants will have lab tests and assessments to monitor blood sugar, weight, cholesterol, kidney health, blood pressure, and insulin use for some participants.

Ready to make a difference?

Join the PatientPartner Mentor Program and share your experience to support others in their Type 2 Diabetes study journey.
Become a mentor

FAQs

What is the SYNCHRONIZE® T2D Mentor Program?

The SYNCHRONIZE® T2D study Mentor Program, supported by Boehringer Ingelheim, connects patients who have experience with Type 2 Diabetes and clinical study participation to those seeking peer perspective. Through one-on-one conversations, mentors share their personal experiences to help others feel less alone and more informed as they navigate their treatment journey. Mentors are volunteers, not medical professionals or company representatives, and do not provide medical advice.

What is PatientPartner?

PatientPartner is the secure platform that powers the SYNCHRONIZE® T2D Mentor Program. It provides a safe and private space where mentors and mentees can exchange messages and share personal experiences.

What does a mentor do?

As a PatientPartner Mentor, you can share your personal journey with Type 2 Diabetes and clinical study participation in a way that provides perspective and understanding. Your role is to listen, share your experience, and help others feel supported as they move through their treatment journey.

How much time does it take?

It’s flexible! You decide when you’re available and how often you want to connect. Most mentors spend just a few hours a month messaging others through the platform.

Do I need medical experience?

No. Mentors are volunteers, not medical professionals or representatives of Boehringer Ingelheim. They do not provide medical advice or treatment, they do not make decisions about patient care or study participation, and they do not collect or access patient medical records or study-related data.

What if I’m not sure I’d be a good mentor?

You don’t need to have all the answers, just your story. Most mentors felt the same way at first, and they quickly found that simply listening and sharing their experience can make a big difference.

What if I get matched with someone whose experience is different from mine?

That’s okay! Every journey is unique, and even if your experiences aren’t identical, your empathy and honesty can still make a meaningful impact.

How will I know what to say?

You’ll receive training and practical conversation tips before you begin. Most mentors find that being open, kind, and genuine comes naturally.

Can I take a break if life gets busy?

Absolutely. You can pause new connections or update your availability anytime. There’s no ongoing schedule or fixed commitment.

Is this a paid position?

Mentors volunteer their time, but every connection creates an impact. For each mentee you support, PatientPartner donates to a charity of your choice, allowing your experience to make an even greater difference.

Is my information private?

Yes. All communication happens securely within the PatientPartner platform, and your personal information is never shared publicly or with mentees.

How do I get started?

Just click “Become a mentor” to complete the short sign-up questionnaire. Once approved, you’ll receive the next steps for training and onboarding, so you can start making a difference, one conversation at a time.
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