Interdisciplinary eHealth Teams for Chronic Care
Author Information
Author(s): John Wiecha, Timothy Pollard
Primary Institution: Boston University Medical Campus
Hypothesis
How can interdisciplinary eHealth team members work together in everyday practice to improve chronic care?
Conclusion
Interdisciplinary teamwork supported by eHealth applications can enhance patient care for chronic diseases.
Supporting Evidence
- Chronic diseases are the leading cause of death in developed countries.
- Effective teamwork can improve patient outcomes and resource utilization.
- Patients should be included as active members of their care teams.
Takeaway
This study suggests that having a team of different health professionals, including patients, working together using technology can help people with chronic illnesses get better care.
Potential Biases
The research on teamwork effectiveness is inconsistent and lacks rigorous evaluation.
Limitations
There is limited research on the effectiveness of electronically supported teamwork and the processes that lead to improved clinical outcomes.
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