Karla Hamilton, MSN, RN, CNML, Performance Innovation Consultant, Anesthesiology
Shawn Stansbery, DO, Facility Medical Director, Anesthesiology
Pre-admission testing (PAT) is a vital yet complicated process with large impacts on patient flow and surgical cancellations.
- Standardizing PAT processes to improve patient flow and decrease cancellations
- Aligning different practice styles and procedures to create clear guidelines
- Decreasing day-of lab draws by 80%
Read more about our process improvement project at Wood County Hospital in Bowling Green, Ohio, to positively impact patient experience and safety, clinician satisfaction, and clinical operations and quality.
