Optimising theatre utilisation through Lean Six Sigma: A model for sustainable theatre utilisation improvement
This project shows that combining Lean Six Sigma methodology with advanced statistical analysis can deliver measurable improvements in theatre utilisation. The findings challenged long-held assumptions about the causes of inefficiency and highlight the importance of optimising scheduling processes and pre-assessment capacity. The model offers a transferable, scalable approach for other units aiming to enhance theatre efficiency and achieve sustainable operational improvements.
Authors
- Laura Crawley
- Ibrahim Hemaida
Institutions
- Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust (GB)
- Barts Health NHS Trust (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Perioperative Practice
- Published
- 2026-02-22
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1177/17504589261418823
- Primary Topic
- Quality and Supply Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00