Atle Ødegård

Atle Ødegård is a Professor at Molde University College, Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Care. He is actively engaged in research and academic leadership with a strong focus on interprofessional collaboration and social innovation in health and welfare services.

• Position: Professor
• Institution: Molde University College
• Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences and Social Care
• Email: atle.odegard@himolde.no
• Office: B333, Molde

His research interests center on interprofessional collaboration, service design, social innovation, and the integration of health and social care services. He explores how professionals from different disciplines can work together effectively, particularly in contexts involving vulnerable populations such as individuals with developmental disabilities, those in the criminal justice system, and elderly care residents. His work also emphasizes co-creation and user participation in public service development.

The recent publications of Atle Ødegård reflect a consistent focus on interprofessional education and collaboration across health, social care, and criminal justice. His work spans qualitative studies, systematic reviews, and conceptual frameworks, often contributing to policy and practice. He frequently collaborates with researchers like Anna Elisabeth Willumsen, Bjørn Kjetil Larsen, and Ingrid Krohn Aasgård, and has co-edited key books in his field.

Atle Ødegård has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text.

He is involved in advising and research leadership, contributing to training programs and editorial work. He has co-edited multiple books and special issues, and his work often bridges academic research with public policy through opinion pieces and blog contributions. There is no explicit mention of external grants, but his extensive publication record suggests active research funding.

He is part of research groups focused on interprofessional collaboration in practice and education and contributes to initiatives such as the Regional Knowledge Center for Rehabilitation (RHAB) and the FOGTPS blog, promoting knowledge development and co-creation in practice settings.