Knowledge, health, and professions

Healthcare professions, the cornerstone of our health system, are facing growing challenges due to demographic shifts, cultural diversity, and technological advances. This article explores four key avenues for redefining caregiving practices in Brussels by the year 2050: (1) multidisciplinary, patient-centered approach; (2) cultural adaptation of practices; (3) strategic integration of artificial intelligence; (4) enhancement of healthcare professionals’ roles to restore meaning to the profession. These proposals aim to combine technological innovation with humaneness to ensure sustainable care, meet patients’ expectations, and improve the well-being of healthcare professionals