Lean Wait Times

St. Joseph Regional Health Center went on a Lean journey to not only save money, but improve the care of patients. In line with its mission statement--to provide excellent health care and promote wellness throughout the community--SJRHC applied Lean principles to its emergency department and perioperative services. This began the hospital's journey to improve care and efficiency.

St. Joseph Regional Health Center went on a Lean journey to not only save money, but improve the care of patients. In line with its mission statement--to provide excellent health care and promote wellness throughout the community--SJRHC applied Lean principles to its emergency department and perioperative services. This began the hospital's journey to improve care and efficiency.

This case study was provided by Simpler Consulting and highlights its powerful, simple, systematic approach to Lean transformation.

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