Interdisciplinary communication

Recent Results Cancer Res. 2006:168:81-90. doi: 10.1007/3-540-30758-3_8.

Abstract

After an introduction clarifying the notion of interdisciplinarity, this chapter focuses on the importance of specific roles and mutual responsibilities within the interdisciplinary team, as well as basic rules of communication respecting the values of the concerned partners and professionals, as well as patient and family. Finally, the communication structure for efficient teamwork, and the importance of building a common vision, sharing leadership and learning to work together will be discussed.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Communication*
  • Humans
  • Interprofessional Relations
  • Patient Care Team*
  • Terminally Ill / psychology