Integrated Hip Fracture Unit: Better, Smoother, Faster and Safer Care
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2017
To improve care and outcomes for elderly patients with hip fractures through an integrated transdisciplinary model. Integrated care model with a focus on early surgery, functional recovery, and timely discharge helped to reduce complications and.
Year Submitted: 2017
Published Date: 31 December 2017
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Care Continuum, Quality Improvement, Workflow Redesign, Lean Methodology, Value Based Care, Length Of Stay, Discharge Planning, Patient Satisfaction, Safe Care, Waiting Time, Rehabilitative Care
About this Content
Aims
To improve care and outcomes for elderly patients with hip fractures through an integrated transdisciplinary model
Background
Patients with hip fractures face complex needs requiring medical, surgical, and rehabilitation services. Coordination challenges led to fragmented care and inefficiencies
Methods
Developed an integrated clinical pathway incorporating Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols. Focused on medical optimization, timely surgery, and early rehabilitation
Results
Successfully reduced length of stay, lowered medical complications, and improved patient satisfaction. Achieved a low 30-day mortality rate and consistently improved ALOS
Conclusion
Integrated care model with a focus on early surgery, functional recovery, and timely discharge helped to reduce complications and improve overall care efficiency
Lessons Learnt
Team-based care, medical optimization, early mobilization, and patient-centered protocols contributed to improved outcomes and patient satisfaction
Keywords
Integrated Care, Hip Fracture, Early Mobilization, Functional Recovery, ALOS
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Yishun Health |
Platform(s) | National Healthcare Innovation and Productivity Medals |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical, Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Orthopaedics, Surgery, Rehabilitation Therapy |
Project Lead(s) | Mok Wen Qi, Ullal M.J., Yu L.H., Yong R., Chen Y.D., Wong P., Su S., Ng P., Naidu K., Liu N.Y., Lim S.M.M., Ker S.Y.J., Hong A.L., Lee N.L., Chua L., Kuo S.L., Koh P.L., Yiap P.L. |
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Dr. Mok Wen Qi - mok.wen.qi@ktph.com.sg