The Role of a Psychologist in the Healthcare Setting, Enhancing Patient Care Through Multidisciplinary Collaboration
CPD courses & hours for psychologists in Australia
Australia: Discover the psychologist's role in multidisciplinary healthcare and improving patient outcomes. View our psychology CPD courses.
About this course in Australia
Australian psychologists and counsellors working in or alongside medical settings will find this course by Dr Tsunga relevant to their role in multidisciplinary teams. It describes where psychological expertise improves medical outcomes, how psychological frameworks can support behavioural change in healthcare, and the systemic barriers to integration. Practitioners are encouraged to explore advocacy strategies and reflect on collaborative practices that promote patient-centred care. The course draws on research and case studies and makes the case for recognising psychology as an integral part of healthcare.
Psychologists play a crucial role in healthcare by bridging the gap between mental and physical health. This talk explores the integration of psychology into multidisciplinary healthcare teams (MDTs) and emphasises the importance of collaboration in improving patient outcomes. Drawing from research and case studies, Dr Tsunga highlights the role of psychologists in assessment, diagnosis, therapeutic interventions, and behavioural change. She discusses systemic challenges and the need for advocacy to solidify psychology’s place in healthcare. This talk serves as a call to action for greater interdisciplinary teamwork and recognition of psychology as an integral component of holistic healthcare.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:
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Describe the psychologist’s role within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
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Identify key areas where psychological expertise enhances medical outcomes
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Apply psychological frameworks to support behavioural change in healthcare contexts
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Recognise systemic barriers to integration and explore advocacy strategies
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Reflect on collaborative practices that promote holistic and patient-centred care
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