Optimizing Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Workflow Efficiency in Healthcare Settings

Authors: Nawaf Sameer Hanidhal Al Mutairi, Sarah Mohammed Alghamdi, Aishah Ali Alkhameeas, Fatimah Abbas Alsada, Dalal Mohammed Alotaibi, Awatif Mohammed Darwish, Sabah Jarrah Al Anazi, Sarah Abdulhadi AlDosari

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: Interdisciplinary collaboration and efficient workflow are essential for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in healthcare settings. This paper explores their importance, discusses improvement strategies, and emphasizes ongoing training and assessment. Effective collaboration among healthcare professionals from various disciplines leads to better patient outcomes, safety, satisfaction, and reduced costs, despite challenges such as communication barriers and hierarchical structures. Strategies for enhancing collaboration include teamwork training, structured communication tools, interprofessional education, leadership support, and collaborative environments. Workflow efficiency is crucial for streamlining care delivery and minimizing delays, redundancies, and errors. Optimization strategies involve process redesign, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, technology integration, standardization, and continuous improvement. Regular assessment of teamwork and workflow performance using observational tools, multisource feedback, and surveys is necessary for identifying areas for improvement. By prioritizing interdisciplinary collaboration and workflow efficiency, healthcare organizations can improve patient outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance overall care quality.

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Paper Id: 231195

Published On: 2018-01-15

Published In: Volume 6, Issue 1, January-February 2018

Cite This: Optimizing Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Workflow Efficiency in Healthcare Settings - Nawaf Sameer Hanidhal Al Mutairi, Sarah Mohammed Alghamdi, Aishah Ali Alkhameeas, Fatimah Abbas Alsada, Dalal Mohammed Alotaibi, Awatif Mohammed Darwish, Sabah Jarrah Al Anazi, Sarah Abdulhadi AlDosari - IJIRMPS Volume 6, Issue 1, January-February 2018.

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