Interprofessional Approaches to Improve Tuberculosis Notification: A Systematic Review

Background: Underreporting of tuberculosis (TB) in teaching hospitals is a challenge, where complex workflows and diverse healthcare teams hinder timely and accurate notification, impacting TB control efforts, especially in high-burden areas. Objective: To evaluate the role of interprofessional collaboration in improving TB notification rates in teaching hospitals. Methods: A literature search across PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science identified studies from the last decade on multi-professional strategies for TB notification. Eleven studies were analyzed thematically to identify interventions, challenges, and outcomes. Results: Collaboration among clinicians, nurses, community health workers, and administrative staff enhanced TB detection and reporting. Effective strategies included in-service training, task shifting, and patient-centered communication, reducing knowledge gaps and stigma. Leadership support and integration with national reporting systems were crucial. Conclusion: Interprofessional collaboration improves TB notification by addressing structural and behavioral barriers. Recommendation: Invest in multi-professional training and explore digital reporting systems to enhance TB surveillance.