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Table 2 Examples of potential pilot de-implementation interventions

From: De-implementation of low value castration for men with prostate cancer: protocol for a theory-based, mixed methods approach to minimizing low value androgen deprivation therapy (DeADT)

Formulary restriction

 Prior authorization

 - Oncology consultation

 - Pharmacy review

Used in infectious disease

 Criteria for use

 - EMR order template

 - Selected prescribers

Currently used for restricted drugs

 Medication safety (VAMedSAFE)

Evaluate, educate, and prevent adverse events

Decision-making

 Decision aid using a brief in-office pro/con (e.g., Option Grid™)

Commercialized shared decision-making for prostate cancer

 Provider training in communication and values elicitation

Evidence-based practice though difficult to implement/sustain

 Informed consent for ADT

VA iMed consent