28/01/2026
Can peer facilitators transform interprofessional education?
A new study says yes. https://ow.ly/Ji2U50Y4aMq
• Peer facilitators perform as effectively as faculty in guiding interprofessional learning.
• Students showed significant improvement in attitudes toward interprofessional relationships no matter who facilitated.
• Peer‑led or mixed facilitation models can help overcome the heavy staffing demands that often limit IPE delivery.
• This creates a more scalable, sustainable, and innovative approach to preparing future healthcare teams.
Why it matters:
Interprofessional education is essential for building collaborative, patient‑centred healthcare. By empowering trained peer facilitators, institutions can expand access, diversify learning experiences, and strengthen teamwork skills—without compromising quality.
A promising path forward:
Peer‑supported facilitation isn’t just a workaround—it’s a strategic innovation that can reshape how we train the next generation of health professionals.