GI Unit Leadership: Optimizing Endoscopy Operations through Leadership (Virtual) | February 2025-Case Based Interactive Discussion Session 2

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In the video, a discussion is held on sustainable practices in endoscopy, particularly focusing on reducing waste. Resources such as the ASGE green endoscopy guidelines are suggested. Attention then shifts to operational challenges, such as managing time efficiency in endoscopy units. Common issues include delayed starts and long turnarounds between procedures. Solutions proposed involve leaders acknowledging these issues and engaging teams to identify delays and improvements. It’s emphasized that understanding each step of the process is crucial for enhancing efficiency. Practical examples include addressing external factors, like inadequate transport gurneys, which can affect patient flow and turnaround times.<br /><br />The conversation transitions into best practices for inventory management, highlighting the need for standardization across endoscopy units to control costs and improve efficiency. By consolidating vendors and standardizing supplies, units can achieve economies of scale. Challenges with GPOs (Group Purchasing Organizations) and negotiating contracts are discussed, with emphasis on standardization and leveraging group buying power for better pricing.<br /><br />Other topics include handling VIP patient care complaints, where colleague insights suggest using patient feedback and team collaboration to enhance the overall patient experience. Emphasis is placed on communication, patient engagement, and process documentation to prevent future issues.

Keywords

sustainable endoscopy

ASGE guidelines

operational challenges

inventory management

economies of scale

patient care complaints

process efficiency