Master Class Series: The Art of Shared Decision Making

Shared decision making is highly complex in reproductive and maternity care systems, where engaging in coercion and autonomy battles is commonplace. Honoring the sovereignty of individuals in our care is a hallmark of midwifery, and engaging in shared decision making is a skill that requires both training and intuition. Advantages include increased likelihood of adherence to treatment recommendations (which may improve outcomes), improved satisfaction (which may improve long-term psychosocial outcomes), and decreased likelihood of litigation.

This session is designed for students interested in our doctoral, master and/or certificate programs in health.