Re-envisioning shared decision making in primary care

Tanner J. Caverly, MD, MPH 
Clinical Lecturer 
University of Michigan Medical School 
Research Scientist 
VA Center for Clinical Management Research 
VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System 
Recorded April 13, 2016 

Shared decision making is increasingly advocated as the best approach to patient care for many if not most medical decisions. Yet, actually implementing shared decision making in the primary care setting has remained vexingly elusive. This talk will explore the following questions: Can shared decision making include a primary care provider’s recommendation? If so, how can care recommendations be tailored to be more patient-centered? 

This lecture was part of the 2015-2016 Bioethics Brownbag & Webinar Series, presented by the Center for Ethics.