Andi
Nelson,
PT, DPT, CLT, GCS Emeritus
Director of Educational Innovation and Clinical Assistant Professor
University of West Florida
Andi Nelson is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences and Administration at the University of West Florida (UWF) in Pensacola, FL. At UWF, she is also the Usha Kundu, M.D. College of Health Director of Educational Innovation, the High Impact Practices Liaison, and the Co-Chair of the Interprofessional Education Committee.
Presenting at the Nexus Summit:
A civility in the workplace workshop was recently held at a community hospital for University of West Florida (UWF) College of Health students and local healthcare employees. This workshop provided a valuable opportunity for students from various disciplines to engage with each other and other healthcare professionals to participate in role-playing exercises and practice using civil communication skills. By learning to handle challenging situations with respect and an evidence-based approach, the participants enhanced their communication abilities. This can result in improved patient care and…
Background:Interprofessional Education (IPE) is pivotal for cultivating collaborative healthcare practices. The Organizational Models of Interprofessional Practice and Education in the United States (US): Results from National Survey 2.0 presented various models adopted by US institutions to structure IPE. Our presentation delves into the initiatives of two programs actively developing IPE infrastructure and securing higher administrative support. We will analyze the challenges and opportunities related to achieving sustainability, mobility, and institutional backing for IPE.Methods:This…