Interprofessional collaboration, patient engagement, healthcare innovation, nursing, AI in healthcare, patient education, healthcare culture, simulation training, self-care, healthcare barriers. An episode moderated by Lucien Engelen with Alessio Morley-Fletcher, MD, MMSc, Marjolein (RN, MSc, MHA) Heemels and Dave (e-Patient Dave) deBronkart

This conversation explores the critical theme of interprofessional collaboration in healthcare, emphasizing the roles of patients, nurses, and physicians. The discussion highlights the importance of patient engagement, the impact of AI, and the need for cultural shifts within healthcare systems. Key insights include the necessity of shared governance structures, the value of simulation training, and the call for proactive patient involvement in their care. The participants share their experiences and perspectives on overcoming barriers to collaboration and improving healthcare delivery.

Takeaways

• Interprofessional collaboration is essential for effective healthcare delivery.
• Patients should be seen as active partners in their care.
• AI can augment decision-making but should not replace human collaboration.
• Cultural shifts are necessary to improve healthcare systems.
• Simulation training enhances communication and teamwork among healthcare professionals.
• Self-care initiatives empower patients to manage their health.
• Governance structures can facilitate better collaboration in healthcare.
• Reducing cognitive load can improve patient and provider experiences.
• Healthcare professionals need to be trained together to foster collaboration.
• Engaging patients in their care leads to better outcomes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Interprofessional Collaboration

06:16 The Role of Nurses in Healthcare

09:28 Patient Involvement in Healthcare Decisions

12:28 Physician Perspectives on Collaboration

15:13 Cultural Barriers in Healthcare

16:12 AI's Role in Patient Care

20:15 Patient Academy: Empowering Self-Care

23:54 Motivating Patients and Nurses

27:29 The Importance of Communication in Healthcare

31:02 Moving from Healthcare to Well-Care

32:44 Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare Training

35:46 The Role of Simulation in Medical Education

38:22 Technology and Human-Centered Design in Healthcare

41:17 Patient Participation and Shared Governance

44:11 Tangible Actions for Improving Collaboration

47:04 Building Governance Structures for Better Care

49:04 Navigating Healthcare Access and Patient Empowerment