When faced with conflicting approaches, I prioritize respectful and open communication. I actively listen to each physician’s perspective, ensuring they feel heard and valued. Then, I guide the conversation toward the shared goal: the best outcome for the patient. I rely on evidence-based guidelines and encourage a collaborative mindset, emphasizing that we’re stronger as a team. Ultimately, I aim to build consensus while maintaining trust and mutual respect among everyone involved.

In my experience, physicians are justified in standing by evidence-based patient care perspectives and are doing their best. Strong opinions, usually rooted in their professional experience, can be guided better by context; open communication about the various stakeholders’ perspectives, and the organizational ethos.

I prioritize patient well-being by maintaining open, respectful communication with physicians. I listen to their perspectives, present evidence-based recommendations, and advocate for the best course of action based on the patient’s needs. If disagreements persist, I seek collaboration through interdisciplinary discussions, ensuring decisions align with medical guidelines and patient preferences. My approach fosters teamwork, professionalism, and a shared goal of delivering optimal care while maintaining a positive working relationship with all healthcare providers.

I would do the following: 1) Anchor the discussion in real-world patien journey data - The discussion shifts from being one of conflicting philosophies to that of data / outcome drive facts 2) Introduce a "Care Context Anchor" - Get a neutral third party - a case manager or a nurse educator. The lagnauge should be patient centric 3) Co-Design the future state workflow with physician instead of resolving the disagreement. So, make this about function than ego

Navigating differing physician opinions requires a strategic, patient-centered approach. Here’s how I help healthcare providers streamline decision-making: ✅ Facilitate Data-Driven Discussions – Supporting decisions with clear analytics helps align perspectives. ✅ Encourage Collaboration – A structured dialogue ensures all voices are heard while keeping patient outcomes the priority. ✅ Implement Standardised Protocols – Clear guidelines reduce ambiguity and help unify care approaches. ✅ Leverage Mediation When Needed – A neutral perspective can bridge gaps and keep teams focused on solutions. How do you handle differing opinions in patient care? Let’s discuss strategies that work best for your practice!

This can happen in any area of healthcare however in the infertility field, nurses, NPs, and Physician Associates know more about what is going on in a patient's IVF cycle than the physician does. Most physicians realize this and will agree with the provider's approach but that isn't always the case. When conflicting patient care approaches are present, I first led with the data to support my approach. Since the data show often more than one approach. All being equal I would then rely on patient reported outcomes. Patient-centric and precision medicine are hot topics. Tailoring care plans to the individual does a lot of good for the patient-physician relationship and keeps the patient as a repeat customer, if applicable