Lean Model in Healthcare Management: Eliminating Waste and Enhancing Patient Outcomes

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This presentation introduces the Lean model in healthcare management, originating from the Toyota Production System. It outlines the purpose and core learning outcomes for students, including applying Lean principles to workflows, value stream analysis, waste identification via the DOWNTIME model, and developing A3 improvement proposals. Key focus is on the 5 core Lean principles—Define Value, Map Value Stream, Create Flow, Establish Pull, Pursue Perfection—with specific applications to therapy delivery, such as streamlining patient processes from referral to discharge. Emphasizes continuousKa

May 13, 20269 slides

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Slide 1 - Lean Model in Healthcare Management

Lean Model in Healthcare Management

Systematic Approach to Eliminating Waste and Improving Patient Outcomes

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in Healthcare Management

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Slide 2 - Presentation Agenda

Origins of Lean Principles
Purpose and Learning Outcomes
The 5 Core Lean Principles
Application in Therapy Delivery
Continuous Improvement
Key Takeaways

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Slide 3 - Origins of Lean

> Lean principles originate from the Toyota Production System and were later formalized for broader industries — including healthcare — by thought leaders such as James P. Womack and Daniel T. Jones in the book Lean Thinking.

— Lean Model of Healthcare Management

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Slide 4 - Purpose

Students apply Lean methodology to:
Identify inefficiencies in therapy delivery
Redesign workflows using systems thinking
Improve patient-centered outcomes
Integrate leadership and continuous improvement

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Slide 5 - Core Learning Outcomes

Apply Lean principles to healthcare workflows
Conduct value stream analysis
Identify waste using DOWNTIME model
Develop A3 improvement proposal
Design measurable workflow improvements
Reflect on leadership and professional growth

Source: Lean Model of Healthcare management.docx

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Slide 6 - 5 Core Lean Principles

5 Core Lean Principles

Foundation for Eliminating Waste and Achieving Excellence

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Slide 7 - Lean Principles Workflow

Principle	Description	Healthcare Application
Define Value	Value from customer’s perspective	Patient defines value: outcomes, safety, timeliness, empathy, function
Map Value Stream	Identify all steps, value vs waste	Referral → Evaluation → Treatment → Documentation → Discharge
Create Flow	Remove barriers for smooth process	Minimize waiting, optimize equipment, streamline docs
Establish Pull	Deliver based on demand	Match treatment to patient need, avoid overproduction
Pursue Perfection	Continuous improvement (Kaizen)	Ongoing data, reflection, iterative redesign