Improving Quality and Safety in the Endoscopy Unit (Virtual) | October 2024-Improving Efficiency in the Endoscopy Unit

Improving Efficiency in the Endoscopy Unit

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The talk focuses on improving efficiency in endoscopy units by optimizing resource use to maximize productivity. Key points include enhancing operational flow, effective staffing, IT integration, and workflow optimization. Important aspects are room standardization, facility layout, mobile equipment, and stocking to reduce delays. Staffing considerations emphasize sufficient nurse numbers, preventing burnout, and having dedicated technicians. Utilizing IT by standardizing EHRs and transitioning towards paperless records aids efficiency tracking. The talk advocates for team-based approaches, promoting adaptability among staff, having content experts, and maintaining clear communication to address operational challenges.

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Neal Shahidi, MD PhD

Keywords

endoscopy efficiency

resource optimization

workflow optimization

IT integration

team-based approach