IN SHORT
Renting an office in a medical tower offers several advantages for establishing an interdisciplinary practice: referrals and seamless collaboration among professionals, a stimulating environment, increased visibility, and, above all, better quality care for patients.
For a healthcare professional setting up a private practice, choosing where to practise is a pivotal decision when renting an office. It goes far beyond location and infrastructure: the clinical environment plays a significant role in the quality of care provided and the growth of the patient base. Renting space in a medical tower means becoming part of an interdisciplinary healthcare ecosystem that benefits both practitioners and their patients.
Interdisciplinarity: A Recognized Strength
Collaboration among professionals from different disciplines is now considered a cornerstone of providing quality healthcare. Dr. Mauril Gaudreault, president of the Collège des médecins du Québec, noted this in 2024:
“I am convinced that the future of our healthcare system lies in interdisciplinarity. It is by supporting one another and presenting a united front that all healthcare professionals – doctors, pharmacists, nurses, and others – will be able to care for patients effectively and improve access to care, without losing their passion” (our translation).[1]“
It goes without saying: each discipline draws on specific expertise and skills. When professionals communicate and refer patients to one another easily, patients receive better coordinated, more comprehensive care.
The ageing population is one of the factors driving greater interdisciplinarity, but it is not the only one: this approach also allows for better management of complex or chronic health issues, among other things.
In short, interdisciplinarity has proven its worth, and medical towers provide a real opportunity to leverage it effectively.
Renting an Office in a Medical Tower: Tangible Benefits
More and more healthcare professionals choose to set up their practices in a medical office building rather than in a standalone location, for several reasons:
Seamless Communication and Referrals
In a multidisciplinary building, referrals between colleagues happen naturally. For example, a doctor who wants to refer a patient to an osteopath, have X-rays taken, or refer them to a psychologist, needs only to knock next door – and vice versa.
On the one hand, this is a significant benefit for patients, who can receive all their treatments under one roof. For professionals, these referrals also help build and expand each other’s patient bases by creating a true healthcare network.
Ready-to-Use Infrastructure
Renting a medical office can save you a lot of energy, time, and money. This is especially true in a building dedicated to medical offices: the spaces are designed to meet the needs of healthcare professionals. You don’t have to worry about building maintenance – just your own office space.
In addition, leasing advisors can help you maximize the efficiency of your clinic space thanks to their experience in the field. And if your practice grows, renting an office offers you more flexibility than buying.
A Stimulating Work Environment
Practising on your own may certainly seem appealing in terms of freedom and independence. However, practising in a medical tower allows you to meet colleagues from other disciplines and enrich your daily practice. The available common areas provide spaces that are particularly conducive to informal exchanges!
These interactions allow professionals to stimulate their thinking, learn more about others’ areas of expertise, and keep their knowledge up to date. Not to mention the sense of belonging to a professional community, an aspect that should not be overlooked.
Greater Visibility
Every day, many people visit office towers – whether to work or to attend various appointments. This steady flow of people gives you greater visibility: patients visiting the area might be more inclined to schedule an appointment at your clinic, perhaps to take advantage of complementary care.
That’s not all: this proximity also provides a form of completely free advertising – word of mouth.
Groupe Accueil: True Communities of Practice
Established over 40 years ago, the Groupe Accueil manages a large portfolio of commercial and residential properties. Our towers bring together professionals from a variety of medical and paramedical fields, creating a dynamic and interdisciplinary work environment.
Our advisors work with each tenant to design a medical office that perfectly suits their needs. Our towers offer spacious premises that can be tailored to your needs, located in modern, functional buildings. Contact us to learn more about our towers and the teams operating there.
[1] Collège des médecins du Québec. L’interdisciplinarité : l’incontournable en santé. 15 mars 2024 https://www.cmq.org/fr/mot-du-president/interdisciplinarite-incontournable-sante
