Vision

Interprofessional professionalism, when practiced by all health professions:

* enhances quality healthcare outcomes for patients,
* promotes a culture that values and fosters individual competence, and
* improves practice and academic environments.

Definition of Interprofessional Professionalism

"Consistent demonstration of core values evidenced by professionals working together, aspiring to and wisely applying principles of*, altruism and caring, excellence, ethics, respect, communication, accountability to achieve optimal health and wellness in individuals and communities."  

*Stern DT. Measuring Medical Professionalism. Oxford University Press. New York, NY;2006:19.

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