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Multiprofessional education in the medical curriculum
O Wahlström1, I Sandén, M Hammar
1Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Health Sciences, University Hospital, Linköping, Sweden.
Medical Education
|February 17, 1998
Summary
A student-manned training ward effectively enhances multiprofessional collaboration skills for health science students. This innovative approach fosters teamwork and mutual respect essential for future healthcare professionals.
Area of Science:
- Health Professions Education
- Multidisciplinary Healthcare Training
- Collaborative Practice
Background:
- The Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS) has a history of promoting multiprofessional education.
- Developing positive attitudes and skills for collaboration among health professionals is crucial.
- Students need insight into diverse professional roles and competencies within the healthcare system.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and implement a programme fostering multiprofessional education and collaboration skills.
- To provide students with practical experience in interprofessional teamwork.
- To enhance understanding of professional roles and competencies in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- Establishment of a multi-professional training ward, evolving into a student-manned ward since 1996.
- Patient care, treatment, and rehabilitation conducted by students from all FHS programs.
- Supervisors provide guidance, with students taking primary responsibility for practical work.
Main Results:
- The training ward facilitates teamwork with real patients.
- It serves as an inspiring and efficient method for skill development.
- Students gain essential skills for future professional work.
Conclusions:
- Training wards are an effective strategy for improving interprofessional collaboration.
- This model enhances students' readiness for collaborative healthcare environments.
- Further evaluation is ongoing to assess student, teacher, and patient perspectives.