Tag Archives: operations

How 10 OR efficiency performance indicators can impact operations

A goal of most hospital CEOs today is to drive efficiency in the operating room suite. Often, much of the data needed to draw conclusions regarding OR efficiency is readily available, but not well organized. As a result, little is done from these monthly OR reports leading to no significant changes in OR efficiency. We’ve… Read More: How 10 OR efficiency performance indicators can impact operations »

Tester challenges VA to improve IT operations and processes

A letter from Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.) is challenging top IT executives in the Department of Veterans Affairs to better implement health IT to improve care. James Gfrerer recently was sworn in as Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology and CIO at the VA, and with the new appointments came a challenge from Tester asking… Read More: Tester challenges VA to improve IT operations and processes »