Download or read book Case Study Review of Operating Room Utilization at Mayo Clinic Arizona MCA written by and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purposes of this case study was to determine if the operating suites at Mayo Clinic Arizona have been utilized efficiently in the past and identify if there is additional capacity within the current number of the operating rooms. The operating suite consists of 18 operating rooms that support 11 surgical services, 57 surgeons, and a tertiary care practice. The variables examined were: OR capacity, utilized OR capacity, allocated block-time for each service, use of allocated block-time by each service, allocated block-time released by each service, and block time lost. The data used was from calendar years 2006 and 2007. In some instances only 2007 data was used due to the unavailability of 2006 data. Analysis showed raw utilization of 61% and adjusted utilization of 74%. The highest three users of block time were general surgery, gynecology, and urology. In 2007, 946 surgical hours were lost due to delays in the first case of the day. The results of this study suggested the ORs were under utilized in 2006 and 2007 and capacity exists to support more cases in the future. Mayo Clinic would benefit from additional studies on process and efficiency within the ORs. Additionally, the organization should allocate block time to individual surgeons, verses services, to facilitate better understanding of utilization as well as to control staffing costs.
Download or read book Case Study written by Michael R. Emerson and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 71 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Case Study written by LaShelle R. Hamilton and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Case Study Review of Operating Room Utilization at Naval Hospital Jacksonville written by and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of the study was to determine if the operating suite at Naval Hospital Jacksonville (NHJAX) is being under utilized. The operating suite consists of six operating rooms (OR) that provide service for seven surgical services. The variables OR capacity, OR capacity utilized, allocated block time per service, allocated block time used per service, and the number of surgical cases referred outside NHJAX were analyzed. Data were collected over fiscal year 2002. Analysis showed that the OR suite is only utilizing 69.25% of available minutes for the year. Out of the seven surgical services only Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) consumes greater than 75% of allocated minutes. The result of this study showed that the OR is being under utilized and that the antiquated data collection system (which requires a great deal of manual data collection) employed n the OR suite needs to be replaced with a user-friendly modern system. Thereby, allowing for improved utilization of resources, including equipment, rooms, and staff.
Download or read book A Case Study of the Relationship Between Operating Room Utilization and the Surgical Schedule written by Eugene Francis Meany and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Environmental Life Cycle Assessment Open Access written by Olivier Jolliet and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2015-11-18 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Environmental Life Cycle Assessment is a pivotal guide to identifying environmental problems and reducing related impacts for companies and organizations in need of life cycle assessment (LCA). LCA, a unique sustainability tool, provides a framework that addresses a growing demand for practical technological solutions. Detailing each phase of the LCA methodology, this textbook covers the historical development of LCA, presents the general principles and characteristics of LCA, and outlines the corresponding standards for good practice determined by the International Organization for Standardization. It also explains how to identify the critical aspects of an LCA, provides detailed examples of LCA analysis and applications, and includes illustrated problems and solutions with concrete examples from water management, electronics, packaging, automotive, and other industries. In addition, readers will learn how to: Use consistent criteria to realize and evaluate an LCA independently of individual interests Understand the LCA methodology and become familiar with existing databases and methods based on the latest results of international research Analyze and critique a completed LCA Apply LCA methodology to simple case studies Geared toward graduate and undergraduate students studying environmental science and industrial ecology, as well as practicing environmental engineers, and sustainability professionals who want to teach themselves LCA good practices, Environmental Life Cycle Assessment demonstrates how to conduct environmental assessments for products throughout their life cycles. It presents existing methods and recent developments in the growing field of LCA and systematically covers goal and system definition, life cycle inventory, life cycle impact assessment, and interpretation.
Download or read book Safety in the Operating Room written by Joint Commission Resources, Inc and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Skull Base Surgery of the Posterior Fossa written by William T. Couldwell and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-11-10 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides a comprehensive and contemporary overview of surgical approaches to lesions of the posterior fossa. It will serve as a resource for neurosurgeons and otologists who treat patients with tumors and vascular diseases of the posterior fossa. It provides a concise review of surgical strategies that address the most important pathologies affecting the posterior fossa. It is richly illustrated with photographs and illustrations of the surgical strategies covered. All chapters are written by experts with world-wide recognition for their contributions in their respective subspecialty. Skull Base Surgery of the Posterior Fossa will be of great utility to Neurosurgeons, Otolaryngologists, and Radiation Therapists with an interest in diseases that affect the posterior fossa, as well as Senior Residents in Neurosurgery and Otolaryngology, and Fellows of Skull Base Surgery and Otology.
Download or read book Clinical Anesthesia 7e Ebook without Multimedia written by Paul Barash and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 4542 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clinical Anesthesia, Seventh Edition covers the full spectrum of clinical options, providing insightful coverage of pharmacology, physiology, co-existing diseases, and surgical procedures. This classic book is unmatched for its clarity and depth of coverage. *This version does not support the video and update content that is included with the print edition. Key Features: • Formatted to comply with Kindle specifications for easy reading • Comprehensive and heavily illustrated • Full color throughout • Key Points begin each chapter and are labeled throughout the chapter where they are discussed at length • Key References are highlighted • Written and edited by acknowledged leaders in the field • New chapter on Anesthesia for Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery Whether you’re brushing up on the basics, or preparing for a complicated case, the digital version will let you take the content wherever you go.
Download or read book Defensive Medicine and Medical Malpractice written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Comprehensive Management of Arteriovenous Malformations of the Brain and Spine written by Robert F. Spetzler and published by Cambridge University Press. This book was released on 2015-01-08 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vascular malformations of the brain and spine pose many management challenges. This text provides a comprehensive, state-of-the-art review of the natural history, treatment options, and outcomes of patients with these conditions. Despite their relative rarity, these lesions are responsible for devastating injury to individuals and can cause an enduring physical, psychological, and economic burden on patients and families. Many new therapeutic options are now available with the advent of novel surgical, endovascular, and radiosurgical techniques. The basic sciences have fuelled development of small molecule and biologic therapies targeting the molecular basis of disease. Authored by international experts in the fields of neurosurgery, neurology, radiology, and radiation oncology, this book provides state-of-the-art treatment plans and discussions of ideal therapy. This text is aimed at practitioners in the fields of neurology, neurosurgery, neuroradiology, radiation oncology, rehabilitation medicine and allied fields who care for patients with brain and spinal vascular malformations.
Download or read book Pediatric Head and Neck Tumors written by Reza Rahbar and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-12-02 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The pediatric head and neck cancer patient necessitates a multidisciplinary team of specialists to provide an optimal continuum of care. This A-Z guide provides practical, in-depth information for all medical professionals involved in the evaluation and treatment of these patients. Written in an easy to follow format, each entry contains illustrative figures to aid in pathological and radiographical diagnosis, as well as structured discussion of evaluation and multimodality management. The alphabetical layout eliminates redundancy and allows the busy physician to quickly locate relevant information. Pediatric Head and Neck Tumors is ideal for young physicians as well as attending physicians seeking to expand their knowledgebase to the various subspecialties involved in the multidisciplinary care of their patients.
Download or read book Acute Ischemic Stroke written by R. Gilberto González and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2010-10-05 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This updated second edition of Acute Ischemic Stroke: Imaging and Intervention provides a comprehensive account of the state of the art in the diagnosis and treatment of acute ischemic stroke. The basic format of the first edition has been retained, with sections on fundamentals such as pathophysiology and causes, imaging techniques and interventions. However, each chapter has been revised to reflect the important recent progress in advanced neuroimaging and the use of interventional tools. In addition, a new chapter is included on the classification instruments for ischemic stroke and their use in predicting outcomes and therapeutic triage. All of the authors are internationally recognized experts and members of the interdisciplinary stroke team at the Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. The text is supported by numerous informative illustrations, and ease of reference is ensured through the inclusion of suitable tables. This book will serve as a unique source of up-to-date information for neurologists, emergency physicians, radiologists and other health care providers who care for the patient with acute ischemic stroke.
Download or read book IR Playbook written by Nicole A. Keefe and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2024 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fully updated new edition is a comprehensive guide to interventional radiology (IR) for medical students, residents, early career attendings, nurse practitioners and physician assistants. The IR Playbook includes procedures, new and updated data, and new images, to stay on the cutting edge of IR. As a specialty, IR is constantly changing and evolving to apply newer technologies and techniques to a breadth of disease pathologies. This book addresses the growing need for a reference for trainees and early career professionals to gain a solid foundation. Let this book serve as your only resource from the first day you find out about IR to the day you take your certifying exam. One and done. The textbook is divided into two main sections, with many images and key point boxes throughout that offer high-yield pearls along with the specific How To's necessary for practice. The first section is designed to give readers an introduction to IR, including radiation safety, commonly used devices, patient care, and anatomy. The second portion is divided by procedure. These chapters cover pathophysiology, indications for treatment, as well as alternative treatments before delving into interventional therapy. This new edition has been fully updated throughout including several brand-new procedures and divided chapters to allow a more in depth look at several disease pathologies. IR Playbook gives medical students, residents, and trainees a full perspective of interventional radiology.
Download or read book Improving Patient Safety Through Teamwork and Team Training written by Eduardo Salas and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2012-09-13 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a comprehensive study of the science behind improving team performance in the delivery of clinical care.
Download or read book Autoimmune Neurology written by and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2016-03-11 with total page 569 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Autoimmune Neurology presents the latest information on autoimmune neurologic disease, the immune response to the body where organs run wild, causing the immune system to attack itself. Autoimmunity is a main element in numerous nervous system diseases and can target any structure within the central or peripheral nervous system. Over the past 20 years, significant advances in our understanding of the pathophysiology of autoimmune disorders, including the use of biomarkers has led to new diagnosis and treatment options. Neurologic conditions associated with autoimmune reactions include dementia, neuromuscular disease, epilepsy, sleep disorders, diabetes, and other common neurologic disorders and disease. This current tutorial-reference will be a must-have title for clinical neurologists, research neurologists, neuroscientists, and any medical professional working with autoimmune disease and disorders. Includes comprehensive coverage of autoimmune neurology Details the latest techniques for the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and disorders, including dementia, neuromuscular disease, epilepsy, and sleep disorders Presents a focused reference for clinical practitioners and the clinical neurology and neurology research communities
Download or read book Neurosurgery Case Review Questions and Answers written by Remi Nader and published by Thieme. This book was released on 2020-01-30 with total page 1354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Neurosurgical vignettes in question and answer format provide robust prep for the ABNS oral exam! Neurosurgery Case Review: Questions and Answers, 2nd Edition by Remi Nader, Abdulrahman Sabbagh, Samer Elbabaa, Hosam Al-Jehani, Jaime Gasco, and Cristian Gragnaniello provides a robust study guide for the American Board Neurological Surgery and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada oral board examinations. The second edition expands on the highly successful first edition, presenting 148 cases commonly encountered by neurosurgeons in clinical practice. The cases are broadly divided into seven sections—tumor, vascular intracranial pathology, trauma, pediatric, functional, spine, and peripheral nerves. The chapters are arranged in a manner that mirrors the oral board exam. Each case includes a brief clinical scenario followed by questions on presentation, diagnosis, imaging, management, surgical detail, complications, and outcome. The presented information is backed by the latest available evidence-based references and data. Key Features: Contributions from internationally renowned neurosurgical educators Detailed answers enhance readers' knowledge and provide guidance on how to respond to questions asked in the oral board exams More than 750 high-quality images, many in full color, ensure visual understanding of key concepts Suggested readings at the end of cases offer additional study resources This is an indispensable, one-stop resource for neurosurgical residents and fellows prepping for the ABNS and Royal College oral board examinations. Neurosurgeons studying for recertification will also find this book an invaluable reference for rapid review.
