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Shared decision making
Shared decision making provides information that empowers patients to make the best choice for them or their family.
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What is shared decision making?
Shared decision making (SDM) allows patients and providers to make health care decisions together. It takes into account what is important to the patient—and clinical evidence—so the patient can choose what is right for them.
Patient decision aids (PDAs) provide patients with information they need to make an informed decision. PDAs are tools providers can use as part of shared decision making with their patients. Through SDM, a patient has the information and support needed to make the best choice, based on their personal values and preferences.
- Read a fact sheet (August 2022)
- See a list of certified PDAs
- Watch a video about shared decision making in Washington State
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SDM training available
For those interested, we offer a free SDM training course. The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) approved this training for continued medical education (CME) credits. Our SDM training is approved for 1.5 AAFP Prescribed credits. CMS credit is approved through April 3, 2024.
2025 SDM Learning Community resources
The Learning Community is a platform for organizations who are just beginning their journey in implementing SDM and PDAs to connect and learn from others.
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| Date: September 2025 |
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| Date: May 2025 |
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| Date: February 2025 |
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Resources from previous workshops
- 2024
News and updates
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| November 13, 2023 | Registration now open for shared decision making workshop January 11, 2024 |
| March 16, 2023 | Don't forget! The Shared Decision Making Summit is April 19 |
| February 10, 2023 | Registration now open: 2023 Shared Decision Making Summit on April 19 |
Contact
Email: HCA shared decision making