Recent changes to childhood vaccine recommendations have introduced shared clinical decision‑making for several immunizations that were previously universally recommended, creating confusion among patients and providers alike. This course explains what shared clinical decision‑making means in the context of immunizations, examines how it affects pediatric vaccine discussions, and highlights opportunities for pharmacists to support informed, individualized conversations with patients and caregivers. You will gain clarity on how to apply shared clinical decision‑making principles—alongside proven health coaching strategies—to strengthen patient trust and foster more meaningful dialogue in pharmacy practice.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Clinical Editor, CEimpact
Lead Editor, Pyrls

GUEST
Elizabeth Skoy, PharmD, RPh
Professor
North Dakota State University

Pharmacists, REDEEM YOUR CPE HERE!
CPE is available to Health Mart franchise members only
To learn more about Health Mart, click here: https://join.healthmart.com/

PRACTICE RESOURCE
Receive the exclusive Practice Resource to use as a reference guide for this episode by enrolling in the course. Click here to enroll!


CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe shared clinical decision-making and how it applies to recent pediatric vaccine recommendations.
2. Identify the pharmacist's roles in counseling, education, and facilitating shared clinical decision-making conversations with patients and caregivers.

Rachel Maynard and Elizabeth Skoy have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-077-H01-P
Initial release date: 3/2/2026
Expiration date: 3/2/2027
Additional CPE details can be found here.