The importance of shared decision making

Shared decision making (SDM) is crucial in ensuring that patients with NSCLC are actively involved in their treatment choices, fostering trust and improving outcomes. These activities, developed in collaboration with patients with advanced NSCLC, will equip you with practical tools and insights to facilitate meaningful conversations about biomarker testing and targeted therapies with your patients.

In this video module, Alexander Drilon and Alex Miles discuss the importance of shared decision making throughout the course of an NSCLC patient’s treatment, focusing on communication surrounding biomarker testing, and decisions on targeted therapy options and adverse event management. 

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Communication aid

Professor Drilon and Alex’s conversation has been summarized into a practical communication aid, listing key considerations from both the clinician and patient point of view for shared decision making with NSCLC patients. 

Download the communication aid

Patient education resources

You can provide these educational resources, developed in collaboration with NSCLC patients, to ensure that your patients have the essential knowledge needed to engage actively in shared decision making.

Biomarker essentials

This user-friendly guide provides clear and accessible information on biomarker testing and targeted therapies. It empowers patients to understand their options, enabling them to make informed decisions about their treatment and actively participate in their care.

Download the biomarker essentials

Consultation companion

This resource is designed to support patients throughout their healthcare journey. It outlines the roles of the multidisciplinary team and offers key questions to ask during consultations. By encouraging open dialogue, it helps patients feel more engaged and confident in discussions with their healthcare team. 

Download the consultation companion

Learning objectives

After completing this activity, you will be able to: 

  • Discuss best practice for communicating about biomarker testing and targeted treatment options with patients with NSCLC 
  • Utilize educational tools and resources to help patients engage in a shared decision making approach when selecting a management strategy

Activity overview

This module is available with synchronized slides and video/audio, a downloadable PDF summary and two downloadable PDF education resources. The activity is best supported via a computer or mobile device with current versions of the following browsers: Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, or Safari. A PDF reader is required for the downloadable resources, which are also print-ready.