English abstract
Health professions have traditionally developed individual ʻsilosʼ of information, often with a deep
distrust of each other in the name of ʻprofessional protectionismʼ. However, contemporary society now
has its own access to medical information, and no longer believes in the omniscience of the medical and
other health professions. Therefore, physical, psychological, social, spiritual and ethical problem-solving
in healthcare benefits from inter-disciplinary consultation (including the patient); thus, it would appear
logical that quality healthcare is best provided through the development of inter-professional education,
supported by instructional and institutional reform.
