Laura Tibor MBA, BEng, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Stacy R. Schultz BA, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Julie Cravath, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Russell Rein, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Karl N. Krecke MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

a. Demonstrate how Value Stream Mapping and associated Lean tools can lead to improved patient flow in multiple Radiology workflows b. Demonstrate the level of impact teams can have within a short timeframe c. Share our most impactful improvements d. Articulate lessons learned  

Launching the Initiative Active and Supportive Leadership Basic Process Improvement Education Clear Expectations and Alignment Change Management Structure and Support for the Projects Engaged Modality Teams Self-appointment Project Managers Process Improvement Coaches Collaborative Learning Sessions Standardized Process Improvement Tool Set Post Project Accountability and Sustainment Sustainment and Transition Plan Post Project Updates to Quality Committee Case Study Examples Overall Collective Impact Lessons Learned  

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Tibor, L, Schultz, S, Cravath, J, Rein, R, Krecke, K, Improving Patient Flow in Seven Radiology Modalities within 6 Months.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14014106.html