Choosing Wisely Canada Recommendations

Developed by professional societies representing different clinical specialties in Canada, these recommendations identify tests and treatments commonly used in specialties that are not supported by evidence and could expose patients to harm.

These recommendations are not intended to be used to establish payment and coverage decisions. Rather, they are meant to spur conversation about what is appropriate and necessary treatment. As each patient situation is unique, clinicians and patients could use the Choosing Wisely Canada materials to determine an appropriate treatment plan together.

Medical Professional Society Handbook

The Medical Professional Society Handbook guides professional societies through the engagement process in Choosing Wisely Canada. The handbook provides a detailed overview of developing a recommendation list, communication tools to promote a list, going beyond the list by putting recommendations into practice and useful resources.

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