Ethics of Shared Decision Making

Patients today are more empowered and knowledgeable than ever before, and they must be informed about the risks and benefits of proposed treatments before they can give informed consent. The democratization of medical information, social media, and websites written by experts at leading medical schools have all contributed to this shift in power balance. However, this proliferation of information often leads to confusion rather than clarity, and patients need more guidance to help them process an avalanche of information. This volume aims to help both medical professionals and their patients navigate the evolving healthcare landscape by analyzing the process of shared decision-making (SDM) in clinical medicine. SDM is a middle ground between physician paternalism and unfettered patient autonomy, and it takes different forms for different patients in different clinical circumstances. The papers in this volume explore the complexity of SDM and offer practical guidance about how to employ SDM as effectively as possible.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 23 November 2021
Publisher: Oxford University Press Inc

Patients today are more empowered and knowledgeable than ever before. By law, they must be informed about the risks and benefits of proposed treatments and provide informed consent before treatment is initiated. Through the democratization of medical information, they have access to peer-reviewed medical journals, and social media allows them to share stories with others and learn about other people's experiences with various treatments. There are websites written by experts at leading medical schools to help patients understand diseases and treatments. They also have the right to access their medical records. The net result of all these changes is a shift in the power balance between doctors and patients. Ideally, as a result of these shifts, patients' values and preferences should guide treatment decisions. However, this proliferation of information often leads to confusion rather than clarity. Publicly available information often includes seemingly contradictory conclusions and recommendations. Patients don't know which opinions to trust. So, although patients have more information than ever, and many want to make decisions for themselves, they need more guidance than ever to help them process an avalanche of information. This volume aims to help both medical professionals and their patients navigate the evolving healthcare landscape by analyzing the process of shared decision-making (SDM) in clinical medicine. The concept of SDM has emerged in the last two decades as a middle ground between traditional physician paternalism, where the doctor knows best, and unfettered patient autonomy, where patients are thought capable of individually and independently choosing their medical interventions. Advocates of SDM imagine that SDM can improve patient outcomes by promoting patient engagement, increasing patient satisfaction, and reducing healthcare costs. SDM involves a collaborative process between patients and their healthcare providers, where both parties work together to make decisions about treatment options. The process typically begins with a healthcare provider providing information about the patient's condition, the available treatment options, and the potential risks and benefits of each option. The patient is then encouraged to ask questions and express their preferences and concerns. The healthcare provider and the patient then work together to develop a treatment plan that is based on the patient's values and preferences. The plan may include a combination of medical interventions, lifestyle changes, and support services. One of the key benefits of SDM is that it promotes patient engagement. Patients are more likely to be involved in their care if they feel that they have a say in the decision-making process. This can lead to better patient outcomes, as patients are more likely to adhere to their treatment plan and take steps. SDM can also increase patient satisfaction by promoting a sense of empowerment and control. Patients who feel that they have been involved in the decision-making process are more likely to be satisfied with their care and to report positive experiences with their healthcare providers. SDM can also reduce healthcare costs by promoting efficient use of resources. By working together, patients and their healthcare providers can develop a treatment plan that is tailored to the patient's needs and preferences, which can reduce the need for unnecessary tests, treatments, and hospitalizations. However, SDM is not without its challenges. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring that all patients have access to SDM. This requires a commitment from healthcare providers to provide information to patients in a way that is accessible and understandable, and to work with patients to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their needs and preferences. Another challenge is ensuring that SDM is effective in improving patient outcomes. This requires a commitment from healthcare providers to measure and evaluate the impact of SDM on patient outcomes and to use this information to improve the process. In conclusion, patients today are more empowered and knowledgeable than ever before. By law, they must be informed about the risks and benefits of proposed treatments and provide informed consent before treatment is initiated. Through the democratization of medical information, they have access to peer-reviewed medical journals, and social media allows them to share stories with others and learn about other people's experiences with various treatments. They also have the right to access their medical records. The net result of all these changes is a shift in the power balance between doctors and patients. Ideally, as a result of these shifts, patients' values and preferences should guide treatment decisions. However, this proliferation of information often leads to confusion rather than clarity. Publicly available information often includes seemingly contradictory conclusions and recommendations. Patients don't know which opinions to trust. So, although patients have more information than ever, and many want to make decisions for themselves, they need more guidance than ever to help them process an avalanche of information. This volume aims to help both medical professionals and their patients navigate the evolving healthcare landscape by analyzing the process of shared decision-making (SDM) in clinical medicine. The concept of SDM has emerged in the last two decades as a middle ground between traditional physician paternalism, where the doctor knows best, and unfettered patient autonomy, where patients are thought capable of individually and independently choosing their medical interventions. Advocates of SDM imagine that SDM can improve patient outcomes by promoting patient engagement, increasing patient satisfaction, and reducing healthcare costs. SDM involves a collaborative process between patients and their healthcare providers, where both parties work together to make decisions about treatment options. The process typically begins with a healthcare provider providing information about the patient's condition, the available treatment options, and the potential risks and benefits of each option. The patient is then encouraged to ask questions and express their preferences and concerns. The healthcare provider and the patient then work together to develop a treatment plan that is based on the patient's values and preferences. The plan may include a combination of medical interventions, lifestyle changes, and support services. One of the key benefits of SDM is that it promotes patient engagement. Patients are more likely to be involved in their care if they feel that they have a say in the decision-making process. This can lead to better patient outcomes, as patients are more likely to adhere to their treatment plan and take steps

Patients today are more empowered and knowledgeable than ever before. By law, they must be informed about the risks and benefits of proposed treatments and provide informed consent before treatment is initiated. Through the democratization of medical information, they have access to peer-reviewed medical journals, and social media allows them to share stories with others and learn about other people's experiences with various treatments. There are websites written by experts at leading medical schools. At leading medical schools, to help patients understand diseases and treatments. They also have the right to access their medical records. The net result of all these changes is a shift in the power balance between doctors and patients. Ideally, as a result of these shifts, patients' values and preferences should guide treatment decisions. However, this proliferation of information often leads to confusion rather than clarity. Publicly available information often includes seemingly contradictory conclusions and recommendations. Patients don't know which opinions to trust. So, although patients have more information than ever, and many want to make decisions for themselves, they need more guidance than ever to help them process an avalanche of information. This volume aims to help both medical professionals and their patients navigate the evolving healthcare landscape by analyzing the process of shared decision-making (SDM) in clinical medicine. The concept of SDM has emerged in the last two decades as a middle ground between traditional physician paternalism, where the doctor knows best, and unfettered patient autonomy, where patients are thought capable of individually and independently choosing their medical interventions. Advocates of SDM imagine that SDM can improve patient outcomes by promoting patient engagement, increasing patient satisfaction, and reducing healthcare costs. SDM involves a collaborative process between patients and their healthcare providers, where both parties work together to make decisions about treatment options. The process typically begins with a healthcare provider providing information about the patient's condition, the available treatment options, and the potential risks and benefits of each option. The patient is then encouraged to ask questions and express their preferences and concerns. The healthcare provider and the patient then work together to develop a treatment plan that is based on the patient's values and preferences. The plan may include a combination of medical interventions, lifestyle changes, and support services. One of the key benefits of SDM is that it promotes patient engagement. Patients are more likely to be involved in their care if they feel that they have a say in the decision-making process. This can lead to better patient outcomes, as patients are more likely to adhere to their treatment plan and take steps. SDM can also increase patient satisfaction by promoting a sense of empowerment and control. Patients who feel that they have been involved in the decision-making process are more likely to be satisfied with their care and to report positive experiences with their healthcare providers. SDM can also reduce healthcare costs by promoting efficient use of resources. By working together, patients and their healthcare providers can develop a treatment plan that is tailored to the patient's needs and preferences, which can reduce the need for unnecessary tests, treatments, and hospitalizations. However, SDM is not without its challenges. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring that all patients have access to SDM. This requires a commitment from healthcare providers to provide information to patients in a way that is accessible and understandable, and to work with patients to develop a treatment plan that is tailored to their needs and preferences. Another challenge is ensuring that SDM is effective in improving patient outcomes. This requires a commitment from healthcare providers to measure and evaluate the impact of SDM on patient outcomes and to use this information to improve the process.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 148 x 218 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780197598573