title: Using Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to improve OR throughput.
abstract: Improving patient flow in the perioperative environment is challenging, but it has positive implications for both staff members and for the facility. One facility in vermont improved patient throughput by incorporating Six Sigma and Lean methodologies for patients undergoing elective procedures. The results of the project were significantly improved patient flow and increased teamwork and pride among perioperative staff members.
authors.affiliation: Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, Bennington, VT, USA.
authors.forename: Catharine B
authors.initials: CB
authors.lastname: Fairbanks
mesh_terms: D001071:Appointments and Schedules; D017598:Efficiency, Organizational; D006801:Humans; D017146:Models, Organizational; D009873:Operating Rooms / Q000458:organization & administration / Q000592:standards*; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D013997:Time Factors; D017749:Total Quality Management