Evidence-Based Patient Choice [Paperback]

Adrian Edwards (Editor), Glyn Elwyn (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 15, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0192631942 | ISBN-13: 978-0192631947 | Edition: 1

This book's focus is on the decisions taken in consultations between health care patients and professionals. Clinician- patient partnerships in health care decisions are increasingly advocated. Evidence- based patient choice describes a model of health care in which the evidence-based approach can integrate with the promotion of consumer choice. The book examines the traditional approach and the changing experience and expectations of consumers. It describes with many clinical examples and patient narratives how to practice evidence-based patient choice, and explores the ethical, sociological and economic issues raised. It also addresses the future modifications to professional training and organisational change which are required if evidence-based patient choice is to become the norm and speculates about what is likely to be achieved in the next few years. The book provides a summary of current perspectives in this area, which will be of interest to consumers, their representative groups, and to professionals in practice and training alike. From the foreword by Richard Grol: 'An enormous challenge lies before us. In this new and challenging field Evidence-based patient choice is manna from heaven. It summarises the current state of knowledge about these new patient involvement approaches. It is by far the most comprehensive account of scientific and ethical thinking about patient choice at this moment. And, it manages to show us the way to a potential future: health care provision where patients and professionals operate as real partners with shared goals...'

Editorial Reviews

Review

"This well designed book is clear, accessible and, as one would expect from the title, evidence-based ... I think this is a great book that challenges clinicians and others working in health care to develop and adapt to a rapidly changing and demanding world. Can we do it with support from patients? The answer is in the book!" Family Practice, Vol 19, No 3 "Before the last chapter, evidence-based patient choice could still be an option. After it, there's simply no argument." EBPC on Bandolier "This impressive edited book ... is truly excellent ... essential reading for all those interested in patient involvement and evidence-based health-care." Health Expectations, 5

About the Author

Adrian Edwards is at University of Wales College of Medicine.

Product Details

• Paperback: 331 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (August 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0192631942
• ISBN-13: 978-0192631947
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,462,762 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Shared decision making in health - from evidence to action, April 7, 2003

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Ulrich Grueninger (Berne, Switzerland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Evidence-Based Patient Choice (Paperback)

"Evidence-Based Patient Choice", edited by Adrian Edwards and Glyn Elwyn, is a very helpful collection of thoroughly researched and written papers on almost every important aspect of how the current state of the art and science of fostering the cooperation of patients and health care professionals have developed. The title implies that the focus is on patients, but it should include health care professionals as well - since the book is about the cooperation of the two and their often very difficult task of choosing a way to proceed with diagnostic, therapeutic or preventive measures, often in the face of uncertain or incomplete information and under the pressure of illness or anxiety regarding their own health. It is not a cook book and reading demands a certain conscious effort, but it is always a pleasure to follow the well crafted (and equally well edited) prose. Even for the experienced practitioner or scholar the book provides many new facts and thoughts and - even more important - it provides a comprehensive overview interwoven every so often with refreshing new insights, thanks to the broad array of contributors from all important areas that have contributed - and continue to do so - to this important aspect of patient-health professional communication and interaction.