Time-driven activity-based costing to model the utility of parallel induction redesign in high-turnover operating lists

ConclusionsParallel induction design reduces non-operative time at minimal increase in personnel costs for all-day, high turnover surgery. An additional short duration surgical case is likely feasible under this model and represents a value investment with minimal requirement for additional personnel resources.ImplicationsA parallel induction design, within the constraints of finite healthcare funding, may help alleviate some of the global increase in demand for surgical capacity that accompanies an expanding and aging population.
Source: Healthcare - Category: Middle East Health Source Type: research