Praxisteam

Praxisteam is a term used in German-speaking healthcare settings to describe a multidisciplinary team that operates within a medical or dental practice. Its aim is to provide comprehensive, coordinated patient care through collaboration among professionals from multiple disciplines, working in a shared space or via integrated digital systems. Typical members include physicians or clinicians, nurses or medical assistants, reception and administrative staff, and, depending on the setting, therapists, social workers, or pharmacists.

The team shares responsibility for patient intake, triage, treatment planning, follow-up, and care coordination, with a focus on continuity of care and patient engagement.

In practice, Praxisteams use structured workflows such as regular team meetings, care planning sessions, and standardized protocols to manage chronic diseases, preventive services, and complex cases. Responsibilities are distributed across roles to optimize efficiency while maintaining safety and quality. Documentation is coordinated in electronic health records, enabling information sharing among team members while respecting privacy and consent.

Governance varies by practice but commonly includes a designated team lead or practice manager, with performance monitored through quality indicators, patient satisfaction, wait times, and treatment outcomes. Training and ongoing professional development are emphasized to align the team with evidence-based guidelines and regulatory requirements. The Praxisteam concept emerged in late 20th century as part of primary care reforms and is widely used in small and mid-sized practices to improve access, coordination, and patient experience. It also supports the integration of new care models such as telemedicine or point-of-care testing.