Interprofessional education with medical and midwifery students: a prospective evaluation.
Background/Aims: Interprofessional working is essential for safe, high-quality obstetric and midwifery care. This study aimed to design, implement and test an interprofessional education activity bringing together two healthcare professions at the University of Southampton to explore opportunities f...
| Published in: | British Journal of Midwifery Vol. 33; no. 10; pp. 558 - 566 |
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| Format: | CEU research tables/charts Journal Article |
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Mark Allen Holdings Limited
Oct2025
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