Joining forces to develop a multidisciplinary care model in GI (Takeda)

The One x One Summit Series Coalition, supported by Takeda, has introduced a white paper advocating for a multidisciplinary care model (MCM) to improve outcomes for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and disorders of the gut-brain interaction (DGBI).

Ken Freedman, MD, emphasized the personal impact of the initiative, citing his family’s experience with Crohn’s disease. The MCM positions gastroenterologists as “quarterbacks,” coordinating care with dieticians, psychiatrists, and other specialists to enhance patient outcomes, reduce costs, and expand access, especially in underserved areas through telehealth.

Inspired by successful cancer care models, the Coalition aims to standardize MCMs, addressing care gaps and empowering providers and patients. Takeda’s Brian Terreri lauded the collaborative effort as a vital step toward revolutionizing GI care.