Interpersonal Determinants of Individuals in Interprofessional Collaborative Practices in Hospitals

Interprofessional collaboration (IPC) in hospitals continues to face numerous challenges that adversely affect the quality of patient care. Interpersonal factors, including effective communication, mutual trust, and respect among healthcare professionals, have been identified as key determinants of successful interprofessional collaboration. Therefore, further investigation is needed to better understand the role of interpersonal factors in supporting collaborative practice within hospital settings. This study aimed to analyze the interpersonal determinants influencing individual interprofessional collaborative practice. A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted among 199 healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and dietitians, working at the Aceh Government Mother and Child Hospital. Participants were recruited using a total sampling technique. Interprofessional collaborative practice was assessed using the Assessment of Interprofessional Team Collaboration Scale II (AITCS-II), while interpersonal determinants were measured using an interpersonal determinants questionnaire. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test and multivariable logistic regression. The findings demonstrated that shared values and beliefs (p < 0.001; OR = 4.984), motivation (p < 0.001; OR = 3.961), role clarity (p = 0.043; OR = 2.946), and effective communication (p = 0.002; OR = 4.925) were significantly associated with interprofessional collaborative practice. Among these factors, shared values and beliefs emerged as the strongest predictor of effective interprofessional collaboration. Hospitals should implement regular interprofessional collaboration training programs and workshops while fostering an organizational culture that emphasizes equality, mutual respect, and patient safety. Such initiatives may strengthen trust among healthcare professionals, enhance appreciation of each profession's expertise, and ultimately improve the effectiveness of interprofessional collaborative practice.