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.

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Journal of Perioperative Practice
Published
2026-02-22
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https://doi.org/10.1177/17504589261418823
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Quality and Supply Management
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Optimising theatre utilisation through Lean Six Sigma: A model for sustainable theatre utilisation improvement

Laura Crawley, Ibrahim Hemaida
Journal of Perioperative Practice
Quality and Supply Management
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Optimising theatre utilisation through Lean Six Sigma: A model for sustainable theatre utilisation improvement

Laura Crawley, Ibrahim Hemaida
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Abstract

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.

Journal of Perioperative Practice
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust (GB), Barts Health NHS Trust (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 54%
Quality and Supply Management
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