QI: High Functioning Multidisciplinary Teams-Role and Value of the Radiologist | Domain: Quality Improvement in Your Practice (2024)-MSQI3321-2024

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The Quality Improvement Symposium organized by Mayo Clinic, titled "High Functioning Multidisciplinary Teams: Role and Value of the Radiologist," presents insights from various experts on how different specialties can enhance patient care and outcomes by working together. Dr. Hannah Zafar discusses the importance of including patients and families in healthcare teams, citing improved health outcomes and research effectiveness, particularly in diabetes care. Building diverse, psychologically safe teams and using clear language are emphasized as best practices. Dr. Ashley Aiken highlights a multidisciplinary clinic (MDC) at Emory focusing on head and neck cancer care. The MDC model enhances patient care by reducing treatment delays and fostering collaboration among specialists. Dr. Andrew Rosenkranz addresses the role of virtual consults and embedded radiology reading rooms to maintain strong communication between radiologists and referrers. Dr. James Rawson presents trauma and stroke teams as examples of high-performing teams, emphasizing the importance of time and collaborative approaches. Dr. Lane Donnelly concludes by discussing the balance between technical and social approaches to foster a positive team culture. This symposium emphasizes a comprehensive approach to improving healthcare delivery by involving various stakeholders and promoting effective communication and collaboration.

Keywords

multidisciplinary teams

radiologist role

patient care

health outcomes

collaboration

virtual consults

team culture

healthcare delivery