On 3 February 2025, the Interprofessional Network for Neurological Rehabilitation (IpNNR) was launched at Fachkliniken Wangen. The aim of this network is to systematically enhance collaboration among all professional groups involved in neurological rehabil­itation, strengthen interprofessional exchange and ultimately deliver continuously improving, high-quality care to patients. Professionals from therapy, nursing, medicine and related fields were involved in establishing the network, collectively expressing the need for an interprofessional platform for coopera­tion and knowledge transfer.

The network functions as an open forum for profes­sionals working throughout all rehabilitation phases. It provides space for interprofessional dialogue, the systematic exchange of expertise and the develop­ment of shared standards. At its core are issues of care quality, collaboration in multiprofessional teams and the ongoing development of competency profiles within the professions involved. Both existing chal­lenges and best practice examples are incorporated and developed within a structured framework.

Various specialised working groups discuss key questions relating to neurological rehabilitation in greater depth. The working groups are open to interested parties who wish to offer their expertise and perspective. These groups focus on topics that address real-world needs, including standards and guidelines, digitalisation, patient navigation services, basic and advanced professional training, and strat­egies for attracting and retaining qualified staff. The aim is to develop practical initiatives that contribute to improving collaboration and care provision.

Professional exchange in the sense of a collegial net­work is a further cornerstone of the IpNNR. Regular events, meetings and digital exchange formats enable members to find out about current devel­opments, learn from one another and bring fresh perspectives to their institutions or profes­sions.

The IpNNR’s long-term vision is to foster neurolo­gical rehabilitation while bridging different sectors, prior­itising quality and respecting professional expertise. This is based on voluntary participation, transparency and professional openness. The net­work is independent, non-commercial and focuses on practical benefits for patient care, as well as on the professionalisation of the participating groups.