To Determine the Method of Scheduling Surgery to Optimize Utilization of Surgical Resources at Landstuhl Army Regional Medical Center

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Abstract:

This study was conducted to determine the optimum method of scheduling surgery to make maximum use of the surgical facilities at Landstuhl Army Regional Medical Center. Current scheduling methods were assessed. Other Army medical facilities were surveyed to establish alternative methods of scheduling and compare use rates. A need for an improved method of surgery scheduling was established. The author recommended a central surgery scheduling office. Keywords Medical facilities Surgery facilities scheduling Scheduling Management.

Author(s):
Hamilton, Glade R.
Author Organization(s):
ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCES (ARMY) FORT SAM HOUSTON TX HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION
Descriptive Note:
Study rept. Jul 1983-Jul 1984
Pagination:
0125

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
HCA-134-88
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_1.4_Force Support; JCA_1.4.1_Force Health Protection; JCA_4.6.1_General Engineering; JCA_4.6_Engineering; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.2.5_Strengthen Global Defense Posture; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_1.2.1_Training; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_1.2.3_Educating
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
*RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, *HEALTH CARE FACILITIES, *SURGERY, *SCHEDULING, *MANAGEMENT, MEDICAL SERVICES, ARMY FACILITIES, ARMY, OPTIMIZATION
Field(s)/Group(s):
Administration and Management, Medical Facilities, Equipment and Supplies
Keyword(s):
*SURGERY SCHEDULING, *HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATION
Report Date:
1984 May 01