Interprofessional care from the policy and manager lens: building an interprofessional Pediatric OR team using a skill mix approach.

Session description: Interprofessional education has often faced the challenge of being integrated into the continuum of care as an afterthought. When new clinical environments and care processes are designed from the outset, interprofessional care can significantly improve operating room efficiency, particularly in settings with limited resources. A deliberately planned skill-mix approach, led by the clinical team, can optimize the contribution of each professional, support role complementarity, and enable the development of innovative care pathways.

Speaker Bio: Dr. Marie-Andrée Girard graduated from medicine and anesthesiology at the University of Sherbrooke in 2010, later specializing in pediatric anesthesia. Having worked at CHU Ste-Justine for several years, she continued her practice in remote areas, serving both children and the general population. She also contributed to the organization and management of healthcare in these regions. Deeply interested in topics related to regulation, the oversight of professional systems, and interprofessional collaboration in healthcare, Dr. Girard completed a PhD in law at the University of Montreal. Through her involvement in associations, publications, conferences, and collaborations with various national and international organizations, Dr. Girard focuses on health practices that build bridges and promote better collaboration among stakeholders to enhance the quality of care. She currently holds the position of Director of Quality of Care and Interprofessional Organization, in addition to her clinical duties.