Improving physician, nurse and care team collaboration

How can we improve physician, nurse and care team collaboration?Interprofessional collaboration, patient engagement, healthcare innovation, nursing, AI in healthcare, patient education, healthcare culture, simulation training, self-care, and healthcare barriers. An episode moderated in December 2025 by Lucien Engelen with Alessio Morley-Fletcher, MD, MMSc, Marjolein Heemels (RN, MSc, MHA) Heemels and Dave deBronkart (e-Patient Dave) deBronkart.This conversation explores the critical theme of interprofessional collaboration in healthcare, emphasizing the roles of patients, nurses, and physicians. The discussion highlights the importance of patient engagement, the impact of AI, and the need for cultural shifts within healthcare systems. Key insights include the necessity of shared governance structures, the value of simulation training, and the call for proactive patient involvement in their care. The participants share their experiences and perspectives on overcoming barriers to collaboration and improving healthcare delivery.Takeaways:-Interprofessional collaboration is essential for effective healthcare delivery.-Patients should be seen as active partners in their care.-AI can augment decision-making but should not replace human collaboration.-Cultural shifts are necessary to improve healthcare systems.-simulation training enhances communication and teamwork among healthcare professionals.-Self-care initiatives empower patients to manage their health.-Governance structures can facilitate better collaboration in healthcare.-Reducing cognitive load can improve patient and provider experiences.-Healthcare professionals need to be trained together to foster collaboration.-Engaging patients in their care leads to better outcomes.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Interprofessional Collaboration06:16 The Role of Nurses in Healthcare09:28 Patient Involvement in Healthcare Decisions12:28 Physician Perspectives on Collaboration15:13 Cultural Barriers in Healthcare16:12 AI's Role in Patient Care20:15 Patient Academy: Empowering Self-Care23:54 Motivating Patients and Nurses27:29 The Importance of Communication in Healthcare31:02 Moving from Healthcare to Well-Care32:44 Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare Training35:46 The Role of Simulation in Medical Education38:22 Technology and Human-Centered Design in Healthcare41:17 Patient Participation and Shared Governance44:11 Tangible Actions for Improving Collaboration47:04 Building Governance Structures for Better Care49:04 Navigating Healthcare Access and Patient Empowerment