Complexity and Chaos in Surgical Start Times
In discussing an article investigating the causes for delay of first-case operating room start times included in this issue of the Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews, the editor uses elements of complexity science and chaos theory to explain that such stubborn problems rarely stem from...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Aurora Health Care
2016-08-01
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| Series: | Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews |
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| Online Access: | http://digitalrepository.aurorahealthcare.org/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1361&context=jpcrr |
| Summary: | In discussing an article investigating the causes for delay of first-case operating room start times included in this issue of the Journal of Patient-Centered Research and Reviews, the editor uses elements of complexity science and chaos theory to explain that such stubborn problems rarely stem from one of a few isolated causes. Taking a whole systems approach that utilizes flexibility, cross training, enhanced communication, common sense and perhaps mathematical models is suggested to effect positive change. |
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| ISSN: | 2330-0698 |