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J J Balestreire1, P Gerrity, A Geller
1Allegheny Health, Education and Research Foundation, Pittsburgh, PA, USA.
Quality Management in Health Care
|December 3, 1998
Summary
A novel interdisciplinary education model trains students in quality improvement. This approach was applied to a community-based lead poisoning prevention project in Philadelphia.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Medical Education
Background:
- Interdisciplinary education is crucial for complex health issues.
- Quality improvement (QI) principles are essential for effective healthcare delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an innovative educational model for interdisciplinary student teams.
- To demonstrate the application of this model in a community setting.
Main Methods:
- Established the Pennsylvania Local Interdisciplinary Team (PLIT).
- Developed a curriculum integrating QI theory and practice.
- Implemented a lead poisoning prevention project in Philadelphia.
Main Results:
- Successfully educated students from multiple disciplines and institutions.
- The PLIT project provided practical experience in community health initiatives.
- Students gained hands-on experience in quality improvement methodologies.
Conclusions:
- The PLIT model effectively trains students in QI.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration enhances community health outcomes.
- This educational approach is transferable to other public health projects.