The use of forecasting methods in healthcare settings can lead to operational improvements
and improved patient care. However, many outpatient care facilities do not engage in …

Surgery scheduling has received considerable attention in recent years. Block schedules, in
which surgeon groups utilize the OR for whatever surgeries they have scheduled for the day …

Simulation is an effective tool for understanding and analyzing a complex system. It has
been successfully employed in many sectors. Thus, computer simulation has become a …

Surgery scheduling has received considerable attention in recent years. Block schedules, in
which surgeon groups utilize the OR for whatever surgeries they have scheduled for the day …

Abstract The United States healthcare system represents approximately 18% of the nation's
GDP and its numerous challenges continue to receive significant attention from researchers …

The healthcare systems in the United States have faced competing challenges such as
reducing costs and improving outcomes. Currently, the United States healthcare system is …