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August 19, 2025International Journal of Integrated CareOpen Access

Collectively committing to improved care and outcomes: Fostering an environment of trust, collaboration and accountability

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MCMelissa ChangCGCarolyn GosseCSClaire Seymour

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Overview

Integrated care programs enhance patient outcomes in Ontario, suggesting a collaborative model among care providers improves system efficiency.

Key Points

  • Increased collaboration among care providers has led to a reduction in emergency department visits and hospital admissions, benefiting approximately 4,000 patients annually.
  • Successful implementation of integrated care involved creating shared goals and clear accountabilities among patients, care partners, and practitioners.
  • The program reduced hospital lengths of stay, enhancing patient recovery times and creating more acute care capacity, improving access to timely care.
  • Fostering a culture of trust and transparency among healthcare teams is essential for achieving sustainable changes in patient care delivery.

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Chang et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af408ecf1dd9ea359ec107https://doi.org/10.5334/ijic.nacic24044
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