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D A Berkowitz1, J F Diamond, A J Montagnolo
1ECRI, Plymouth Meeting, PA.
Hospital Materiel Management Quarterly
|April 8, 1992
Summary
Technology assessment and acquisition can be streamlined using organized common sense. This approach ensures maximum user flexibility and cost-effective equipment procurement for hospitals.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Health Technology Assessment
Background:
- Traditional technology acquisition is often chaotic, influenced by price, clinical bias, and emotion.
- Lack of a structured process can lead to suboptimal equipment choices and increased costs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a systematic approach to technology assessment and acquisition.
- To demonstrate how organized common sense can improve procurement outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Developing a framework for evaluating and selecting medical technologies.
- Implementing a process that prioritizes user needs and cost-effectiveness.
Main Results:
- A structured process reduces chaos in technology assessment.
- Enhanced flexibility for end-users is achieved.
- Materiel managers can procure optimal, cost-effective equipment.
Conclusions:
- Technology assessment and acquisition can be demystified through a logical, common-sense process.
- This structured approach benefits both users and hospital financial management.