We conducted a systematic review of literature to better understand the role of new
technologies in the perioperative period; in particular we focus on the administrative and …

Literature proposes numerous initiatives for optimization of the Operating Room (OR).
Despite multiple suggested strategies for the optimization of workflow on the OR, its patients …

This study presents a multi-layer fuzzy-based decision-making approach to enhance the
hospital Circular Supply Chain (CSC) performance by focusing on intensive care units (ICU) …

Background Real-time prediction of surgical duration can inform perioperative decisions and
reduce surgical costs. We developed a machine learning approach that continuously …

Background Cancellation of operation on the intended day of surgery affects the efficiency of
Operation Room which incurs a significant financial loss for the patient, hospital, and health …

Manufacturing and maintenance processes significantly benefit from effective and integrated
Supply Chain Management (SCM). Recently, hospitals start to recognize the importance of …

Hospital administrators are shifting care delivery models toward an approach that uses more
caregivers in the form of mid‐level providers (MLPs), such as nurse practitioners, physician …

Background Estimating surgical case duration accurately is an important operating room
efficiency metric. Current predictive techniques in spine surgery include less sophisticated …

Objective Avoidable case cancellations within 24 h reduce operating room (OR) efficiency,
add unnecessary costs, and may have physical and emotional consequences for patients …

Background Avoidable complications for surgical patients still occur despite efforts to
improve patient safety processes in operating rooms. Analysis of experiences of operating …