Value & Access Resources
AFib Shared Decision-Making Guides for Healthcare Providers and Patients
In shared decision-making, healthcare providers and patients work together to make the best possible healthcare decisions. These decisions consider evidence about available options, the clinician’s experience, and the patient’s values and preferences. There is evidence that shared decision-making contributes to improvements in health. These resources, developed by the National Forum’s Value & Access Collaboration, are guides for healthcare providers and patients to engage in shared decision-making using the SHARED approach.
Dissemination goal:
Increase awareness and utilization of guides among healthcare providers (PCPs, lipid specialists, pharmacists), professional associations, patient advocacy groups) to promote shared decision-making in AFib planning.
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Guides
Sample Social Media Posts
Patient-Focused (English)
- Want to feel more confident managing AFib? Check out the shared decision-making guide at natforum.org/AFIB_Guide. #AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
- Want to feel more confident talking with your healthcare professional about AFib? Check out the shared decision-making guide at natforum.org/AFIB_Guide. #AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
- Find out which questions to ask your healthcare professional provider about managing AFib. Download the free shared decision-making guide at natforum.org/AFIB_Guide. #AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
- Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm disorder that can lead to serious complications like stroke. But with the right information and support, you can manage it effectively! 🫀✨ We’re excited to introduce the new SHARED decision-making guide for AFib that will help you understand how to take control of your heart health. ❤️ 📖 Check it out and learn how to manage AFib with confidence! 🔗 natforum.org/AFIB_Guide #AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
- September is AFib Awareness Month! Learn more about how to manage Atrial Fibrillation with this free SHARED Decision-Making Guide: natforum.org/AFIB_Guide#AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
Provider-Focused (English)
- Promote shared decision-making in AFib treatment planning with this illustrated patient education resource available at natforum.org/AFIB_Guide. #AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
- Healthcare professionals! Use this illustrated guide to discuss options for AFib treatment and engage in shared decision-making with your patients: natforum.org/AFIB_Guide #AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
- Looking for a resource to support AFib treatment planning conversations between patients and healthcare professionals?
Check out the AFib SHARED decision-making guide at natforum.org/AFIB_Guide#AFib #HeartHealth #StrokePrevention #PatientEmpowerment #AFibAwarenessMonth
URLs with UTM codes:
To help the National Forum track engagement, please use the following URLs:
- Email newsletters & Web Pages: natforum.org/AFIB_Guide
To request unique tracking codes to track engagement for your audience, please contact jen.childress@nationalforum.org.
Sample e-newsletter description:
SHARED Decision-Making Guides for Providers and Patients
In shared decision-making, healthcare providers and patients collaborate to make the best possible healthcare choices. Developed by the National Forum’s Value & Access Collaboration, four guides are available to support shared decision-making using the SHARED approach, tailored specifically for atrial fibrillation (AFib) management.
Topics include:
- Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) prevention and treatment
- Stroke risk reduction in AFib patients
- Anticoagulant therapy planning
- Managing lifestyle factors to improve AFib outcomes
- Sample questions, a treatment planning form, and a patient education handout
These guides offer sample questions and talking points that providers can use to discuss AFib treatment planning with patients, a fillable treatment planning form, and a patient education handout.
