Module 1: Understanding Interprofessional Collaboration

Learn the benefits of collaborative care, ethical and legal considerations, and how to choose who to collaborate with.

Module 2: Referral Conversations

Discover key aspects to consider in referral conversations, questions to ask other providers, and how to determine if a provider is someone you want to exchange referrals with or collaborate with on patient care.

Module 3: Clinical Language Translation

Focus on translating TCM terms into Biomed terms for better understanding by other healthcare providers. 

About the Course

This course is designed to help acupuncturists build confidence and competence in interprofessional collaboration. Participants will learn how to communicate clearly with other healthcare providers, translate Chinese medicine concepts into shared clinical language, and navigate ethical and professional boundaries in collaborative care. The course emphasizes real-world skills such as referrals, documentation, and co-management of patients, empowering acupuncturists to form effective professional relationships and enhance patient-centered care.

About the Creator

Interprofessional collaboration and referral relationships have played a significant role in the development of my acupuncture practice. Through ethical communication, shared clinical language, and consistent professional engagement, I established collaborative relationships that supported high-quality patient care and practice growth. I am Dr. Amy Abelar, Doctor of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine and your Acupuncture business coach. This course draws on that experience to provide acupuncturists with practical strategies for building effective referral relationships and collaborative care networks.

Course Curriculum

6 Chapters · 11 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction

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    Module 1: Understanding Interprofessional Collaboration

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      Disclaimer & Course Instructions

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      What is Interprofessional Collaboration?

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      Download Slide Deck

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      Download Course Handbook

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    Module 2: Effective Referral Conversations

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      Key Elements of Referral Conversations

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    Module 3: Clinical Language that Lands

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      Translating TCM into Biomed Terms

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    Module 4: Writing that Builds Credibility

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      Importance of Written Communication

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    Quiz & Course Survey

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      Course Survey

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      Quiz

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      Homework

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