AIPEC

AIPEC formerly known as The Health Fusion Team Challenge (HFTC) is an extracurricular competition for students from the health professions. It provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate their expertise in teamwork and collaboration as they develop a management plan for a client with complex health needs.

Pioneered by academics from the University of British Columbia over 25 years ago, the Health Care Team Challenge was brought to Australia and developed by an interprofessional team of Queensland academics under the name of Health Fusion. In 2017, The University of Limerick became the first Irish University to host the HFTC. 

What is AIPEC?

AIPEC unites teams from leading institutions, including Queen’s University Belfast, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Trinity College Dublin, Ulster University, University College Cork, University College Dublin, University of Galway, and the University of Limerick. Each team comprises students from diverse healthcare disciplines, competing to deliver innovative solutions to complex patient scenarios.

2025 AIPEC Competition

The 2025 AIPEC competition will be hosted at University College Dublin (UCD) on Friday, March 28th.

This year University of Limerick have three teams participating in an internal heat, which is set to take place on Wednesday, 12th February in the Appellate Room, Glucksman Library at the University of Limerick campus. A panel of clinical experts will judge the event, and the winning team will go on to represent UL at the national competition in March.

Why Should You Participate in AIPEC?

  • Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work alongside students from other healthcare fields.
  • Represent Your Institution: Showcase your profession and university at a national level.
  • Boost Your Skills: Enhance your communication, teamwork, and clinical decision-making.
  • Expand Your Knowledge: Gain insights into interdisciplinary healthcare approaches.
  • Build Your Network: Connect with future leaders in healthcare.
  • Stand Out: Add this prestigious experience to your CV.
  • Earn Recognition: Receive a Certificate of Participation.
  • Have fun!

Why UL Health Sciences Students Participate in AIPEC

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