Building Effective Teams in the Real World From Traps to Triumph

J Am Coll Radiol. 2023 Mar;20(3):377-384. doi: 10.1016/j.jacr.2022.12.009.

Abstract

Quality patient care and advancements in medical education, investigation, and innovation require effective teamwork. High-functioning teams navigate stressful environments, learning openly from failures and leveraging successes to fuel future initiatives. The authors review foundational concepts for implementing and sustaining successful teams, including emotional intelligence, trust, inclusivity, clear communication, and accountability. Focus is given to real-world examples and actionable, practical solutions.

Keywords: Radiology; communication; diversity; emotional intelligence; imposter syndrome; teamwork.

MeSH terms

  • Education, Medical*
  • Humans
  • Learning
  • Patient Care Team
  • Quality of Health Care*