Trust and psychological safety in a virtual healthcare team

Virtual teams are a common feature in many organizations. Given the need to improve the management of disease, and harness advances in technology, virtual teams are increasingly seen in healthcare. Two ingredients considered necessary for an effective team are trust and psychological safety. There are differences between co-located and virtual teams, including face to face interaction and social interaction. Understanding how to develop and maintain trust and psychological safety is crucial to ensure that a virtual team works effectively.