Ophthalmi Calculator: Maximizing Surgical Throughput
Care Process & Redesign
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
SingHealth
31 December 2023
To improve workflow and productivity between the Listing and Operating Theatre departments and enhance OT utilization. The Ophthalmi Calculator effectively manages OT lists, reducing backlogs and enhancing efficiency.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Operational Management, Resource Allocation, Productivity, Time Saving, Quality Improvement, Job Effectiveness
About this Content
Aims
To improve workflow and productivity between the Listing and Operating Theatre departments and enhance OT utilization.
Background
COVID-19 disruptions caused a significant backlog of surgeries at SNEC, affecting OT productivity and staff experience.
Methods
Implemented the Ophthalmi Calculator using average surgery times, customized for individual surgeons, tested in trials before full deployment.
Results
Improved OT utilization from 74% to 86%; reduced list management time by 97% and utilization calculations by 60%.
Conclusion
The Ophthalmi Calculator effectively manages OT lists, reducing backlogs and enhancing efficiency.
Lessons Learnt
Streamlined processes save time and improve staff satisfaction; tools like calculators enhance operational efficiency.
Additional Information
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress 2023 – Merit Prize (Operations category)
Keywords
Operating Theatre, Resource Planning
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | Singapore National Eye Centre |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Surgery, Ophthalmology |
Project Lead(s) | Lee Li Jing |
Project Member(s) | Goh Hui Jin |
Connect with this contributor!
Lee Li Jing - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg
Project Attachment
C_879_SNEC_SHM_2023_Ophthalmi_Calculator_Maximizing_Surgical_Throughput.pdf