The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) has released an important new publication titled Interprofessional Health Teams for Integrated Care aimed at enhancing interprofessional collaboration in health systems across the Americas. The document presents a comprehensive conceptual framework to guide policymakers and health managers in the effective organization and strengthening of interprofessional teams.
It offers practical recommendations for integrating these teams into health service delivery networks at the local level, emphasizing real-world application. The publication also outlines methods to assess the performance of interprofessional teamwork and ensure its sustainability over time. Furthermore, it highlights five key outcomes that can be measured to evaluate the impact of interprofessional team implementation.
This milestone guide supports the region’s efforts to promote integrated, quality, and people-centered healthcare through stronger collaboration among diverse health professionals.