PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT MELALUI INTERPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION-COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE DALAM INTERVENSI KESEHATAN BERBASIS KOMUNITAS

Abstract

The Integrated Field Practice with an Interprofessional Education-Collaborative Practice approach was conducted to identify and address community health problems in Kampuang Tangah, Anduriang Village, 2 × 11 Kayu Tanam District, Padang Pariaman Regency. The activity was conducted for 21 effective days from April 20 to May 9, 2026, involving students from nursing, midwifery, nutrition, environmental health, dental and oral health, and health promotion. The implementation method used a problem-solving cycle consisting of assessment, problem prioritization, intervention planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. The assessment identified several health problems related to environmental health, non-communicable diseases, nutrition, maternal and child health, adolescent mental health, clean and healthy living behaviors, and dental and oral health. Interventions were provided through health education, demonstrations, health examinations, exercise activities, counseling, and family assistance. The activities were implemented successfully and received positive responses from the community. The interprofessional approach also enabled the integration of competencies from various health fields in providing interventions according to community needs.