Shared decision-making is all about supporting conversations between patients and clinicians that will enable patients to make better decisions about their care and treatment.
In other words it’s about deciding together.
Shared decision making is a joint process in which a healthcare professional works with a patient to reach a decision about their care. It involves discussing treatment options - including doing nothing - based both on evidence and on the person's individual preferences, beliefs and values.
The discussions and information sharing make sure the person understands the risks, benefits and possible consequences of the different options.
Find out more at NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) and NHS England.
The Trust will be using the ‘BRAN’ (Benefits, Risks, Alternatives and Nothing) method to achieve this.
NHS England provides decision support tools for certain health conditions.
Frequently asked questions
The BRAN method
Things to think about when discussing your care options: