Collaborative
Collaborative
Collaborative (/kəˈlabərətiv/), from the Latin collaborare meaning "to work together", is a term used in various fields of study including medicine, psychology, and sociology. It refers to the process of working together to achieve a common goal.
In the medical field, collaborative practice involves multiple healthcare workers from different professional backgrounds working together with patients, families, caregivers, and communities to deliver the highest quality of care. It allows for the sharing of skills, knowledge, and resources to provide a comprehensive approach to patient care.
Related Terms
- Interprofessional Education: This is a teaching approach where students from two or more professions learn about, from, and with each other to enable effective collaboration and improve health outcomes.
- Multidisciplinary Team: This is a group of health care workers who are members of different disciplines, each providing specific services to the patient.
- Patient-Centered Care: This is a healthcare approach where the patient is viewed as a whole person, and not just a set of symptoms. Care is designed around the needs of the patient, and the patient is involved in the decision-making process.
- Integrated Care: This is a coordinated approach where healthcare professionals work together to provide a seamless service to patients, integrating care to improve patient experience and outcomes.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Collaborative
- Wikipedia's article - Collaborative
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