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Program: Scientific Session
General Topic: ARP

Enhancing Shared Decision Making in Rheumatic Disease Management

Tuesday, October 28, 2025
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Central Time

    Moderator(s)

  • ED

    Eileen Davidson, -None-

    Arthritis Research Canada
    Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose

  • Jillian Rose-Smith, PhD, MPH, MSW

    Hospital for Special Surgery
    New York, New York, United States

    Disclosure(s): No financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose

    • Session Coordinator(s)

  • Matthew Bunyard, MD, RhMSUS

    Cleveland Clinic
    Moreland Hills, Ohio, United States

    Disclosure information not submitted.

This session, aimed at healthcare professionals and patients, will explore the critical role of shared decision making (SDM) in enhancing patient engagement and improving clinical outcomes for rheumatic disease management. Participants will gain a deep understanding of SDM principles, practical tools for implementation, and strategies to foster effective communication between patients and healthcare providers. By integrating SDM into clinical practice, healthcare providers can empower patients, improve satisfaction, and enhance overall care quality, leading to more informed decisions and better health outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

  • Define the principles and importance of shared decision making (SDM) in rheumatic disease management
  • Identify barriers and facilitators to implementing SDM and explore tools and resources that support SDM
  • Develop actionable plans and analyze case studies to incorporate SDM into patient care for improved outcomes and satisfaction

Presentations:

  • 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM Central Time
    Principles and Importance of Shared Medical Decision-Making in Rheumatic Disease Management

    Speaker: Jennifer L. Barton, MD – VA Portland Health Care System/OHSU

  • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Central Time
    Identyfing Barriers and Facilitators to Implementing Shared Medical Decision-Making

    Speaker: Mrinalini Dey, MRCP, MA, MBBCH – Centre for Rheumatic Diseases, King's College London

  • 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM Central Time
    Case Studies and Actionable Plans to Incorporate Shared Medical Decision Making into Patient Care