Interdisciplinary Teamwork In Healthcare And Social Care

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Interdisciplinary teamwork is becoming more common in the healthcare and social services fields and often the best way to achieve client centered services. However, when a group of professionals with various specialties and backgrounds come together to form an interdisciplinary team, difficulties can arise which make the team less efficient. A high level of communication between members and a focus on client needs, goals, and outcomes is necessary to ensure the team is functioning efficiently and the client outcome stays on track. Teams who consist of a diverse group of highly trained professionals who are able to contribute to the team utilizing their individual skills in a cohesive manner and are committed to the team values and mission