shared decision making
/ˈʃɑrd ˌdɛsɪʒən ˈmeɪkɪŋ/ · shared de·ci·sion mak·ing
noun
- A collaborative process between healthcare professionals and patients to make informed decisions about medical treatment or care. The doctor and patient worked together to make a shared decision about the best course of treatment for her cancer.
noun
- A method of decision-making that involves the input and agreement of all parties involved, often used in business or organizational settings. The company implemented a shared decision-making process to ensure that all stakeholders were on board with the new project plan.
Synonyms
collaborative decision makingcooperative decision makingjoint decision makingmutual decision makingcollective decision makingconsensus decision makingparticipatory decision making
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of shared decision making has been gaining popularity in healthcare settings, as it has been shown to improve patient satisfaction and outcomes.