Essentials for the improvement of healthcare using Lean & Six Sigma [electronic resource] / Diomidis H. Stamatis.
2011
RA399.A1 S727 2011
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Title
Essentials for the improvement of healthcare using Lean & Six Sigma [electronic resource] / Diomidis H. Stamatis.
Author
Stamatis, D. H., 1947-
ISBN
9781439846018
9781439846025
9781439846025
Publication Details
New York : Productivity Press, 2011.
Language
English
Description
xxii, 426 p. : ill.
Call Number
RA399.A1 S727 2011
Dewey Decimal Classification
610.68
Summary
"By using theories of Six Sigma and Lean methodology, this text presents solutions to fundamental problems in healthcare. This text breaks the system down into three fundamental areas: primary care, hospitals, and managed care. The author identifies the four critical issues that affect healthcare as it relates to efficiency and cost by addressing the specific issues. The book discusses the application of IT in healthcare as a tool of improvement, and how to select the best project for improvement. The author also includes a discussion of ISO and the Malcolm Baldridge award. Case studies are included to illustrate successes"--Provided by publisher.
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