DAP 2009/10 Final 1 - Taranaki District Health Board

DAP 2009/10 FinalOutcomeA robust consultation process with the workforceStaff well informed and supportive of the changes that are required for the success of theprojectA streamlined patient journey through the theatre pathwayImproved theatre scheduling, introducing additional all day lists, where appropriateIncreased theatre capacity and through-putBest practice and new technologies are adopted and implemented, where appropriateReduction in the unit cost of an operation, byo Increasing theatre productivity within the resources availableo Eliminating waste and improving cost efficiencyo Reducing lists running over, thereby minimising work-overs and associated costso Ensuring only clinically appropriate cases are operated on after hoursReduction in sunk costs, e.g. On the day cancellations.Increased opportunity savings by improving time & resource management2009/10 TargetIncrease Theatre capacity to include ENT elective surgery which is currently performed ata private facility to 75% by June 2010.Current PositionCurrent elective delivery 0%.PlanProcess to commence July 2009 completed by June 2010This target is will be achieved with improved theatre scheduling, stream lining the patientpathway and robust consultation and planning with staffTimeframePlan completedReview completion 30 July 2009Recommendations 31 August 20093. Centralising Endoscopy Services as a UnitGoalTDHB’s aim is to provide an efficient, effective and safe journey for the patient through theirhealthcare experience. This project will also contribute to the overall goal of returning thehospital provider to financial health by undertaking an in-depth assessment of the current rolesand design of the endoscopy process. It will consider future service delivery requirements andbest practice models for all our population needs.ObjectivesAnalyse existing roles and booking processes across TDHB, benchmarking informationfrom other sources as appropriateAnalyse current service delivery across both sites (TBH, Hawera)Identify current and future clinical requirements considering IT and new facilityopportunities94