title: Critical success factors in implementing clinical pathways/case management.
abstract: With the advent of casemix reimbursement implementation, rapid technological changes, an ageing population and changing consumer behaviour, the Singapore health care industry is faced with the impetus to provide a cost-effective and efficient care delivery system. One ubiquitous tool used is the establishment of a clinical pathway/case management programme within the hospital. As the concept of clinical pathway for patient care is a relatively new concept in Singapore, several critical factors must be considered to ensure successful implementation of clinical pathway/case management programme. One key success factor lies in continued clinician support and acceptance. Other factors include top management leadership and support and a dedicated team of case managers, nurses and paramedical professionals.
authors.affiliation: Changi General Hospital, 2 Simei Street 3, Singapore 529889.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Choo
mesh_terms: D019090:Case Management / Q000458:organization & administration; D019091:Critical Pathways / Q000458:organization & administration; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006801:Humans; D016730:Program Development; D012846:Singapore