Date of Award
2016
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Health Administration
College
College of Health Professions
First Advisor
Kit N. Simpson
Second Advisor
Scotty Buff
Third Advisor
Jeffrey Killion
Fourth Advisor
Lisa K. Saladin
Abstract
The purpose of this case study was to determine what Interprofessional Education (IPE) encompasses, the outcomes of implementing IPE in college curricula, and how attainable it is to use IPE to enhance collaboration among healthcare professionals. The contemporary and correlated literature was reviewed to contribute to knowledge and solve the research dilemma that revolves around (IPE). The main areas investigated were what encompass IPE, the educational outcomes and erudition experiences of IPE students, development and implementation of IPE curriculum, and effects of IPE. The emphasis of the study was to establish what encompasses the development and implementation of IPE curriculum. Results indicated that IPE is a new collaborative conception useful for improving student outcomes, and in turn also increasing patient care. Therefore, elevating delivery of quality services, reduced medical errors, improved problem solving and communication skills, and teamwork among healthcare professionals.
Recommended Citation
Levicki, Glenn M., "What Does the Development of an Interprofessional Education (IPE) Program Encompass: Including Outcomes, When Implementing the Curriculum into a Small Technical College?" (2016). MUSC Theses and Dissertations. 434.
https://medica-musc.researchcommons.org/theses/434
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