Introduction

Health: A complex and multifaceted concept Biological Psychological Socioeconomic Cultural Environmental

Complex issues such as health Most appropriately examined from an interdisciplinary perspective (Pew Health Professions Commission, 1998) (IOM, 2001,2002,2003) (WHO, 2010)

Who is on the team? Interdisciplinary Interprofessional Relationship-centered

Key Questions Who needs to be involved in order for the best patient outcomes to be achieved? How can we work together to achieve those outcomes efficiently and effectively? What is my unique professional and personal contribution? How can I facilitate the optimum functioning of the team and the best client outcomes?

Key Personal Skills Understanding group development Self management Reflectivity Ability to develop and maintain relationships

Key Team Skills Group problem solving Conflict management Efficient and effective information exchange Boundary management