Chiropractic & Manual Therapies, 2018 · DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-018-0200-4 · Published: June 15, 2018
The study explores what qualities patients, families, and healthcare providers prefer in a chiropractor joining a rehabilitation team. Stakeholders value a chiropractor who is patient-centered, clinically skilled, a good team player, and fits well within the organization's culture. The findings offer insights for chiropractors seeking to integrate into multidisciplinary healthcare settings to improve patient care and teamwork.
Chiropractic education should emphasize developing skills in collaborative care settings, focusing on communication, teamwork, and patient-centered approaches.
Chiropractors integrating into multidisciplinary settings should prioritize patient-centered care, demonstrate clinical competence, and actively engage in teamwork with other healthcare professionals.
Healthcare organizations should consider personality fit, institutional compliance, and mission alignment when integrating chiropractors into their teams to foster a cohesive and collaborative environment.