Abstract:Purpose of review
Shared decision making (SDM) is an important part of patient-centered care. However, it is neither widely practiced nor researched in pediatric dermatology. In this article, we provide practical examples of how to engage in SDM in pediatric dermatology, and identify future areas of research.
Recent findings
Children and parents/guardians desire SDM in clinical encounters. The process is applicable to discussions of medical as well as s… Show more
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