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Weathering a financial storm.

Renee Konstanzer1, Gerard Colman, J Julianna Grisham

  • 1The University of Texas, M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA. rkonstan@mdanderson.org

Healthcare Financial Management : Journal of the Healthcare Financial Management Association
|September 19, 2006
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Following Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center developed a disaster recovery plan. This plan focused on impact assessment, clinical recovery, capacity building, and expense control to ensure continued cancer care.

Area of Science:

  • Disaster medicine
  • Healthcare management
  • Emergency preparedness

Background:

  • Hurricanes Katrina and Rita caused significant disruption in Texas.
  • Healthcare institutions require robust disaster recovery strategies.
  • The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center is a leading cancer center.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the disaster recovery strategy implemented by The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
  • To detail the key components of the cancer center's recovery plan post-hurricanes.
  • To provide a framework for healthcare disaster preparedness.

Main Methods:

  • Post-disaster impact assessment.
  • Development of a clinical recovery plan.
  • Strategies for capacity creation and resource management.

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  • Financial oversight and expense control measures.

    • Main Results:

    • A structured approach to disaster recovery was established.
    • The plan facilitated the resumption of clinical services.
    • Capacity was effectively managed to meet patient needs.
    • Financial stability was maintained during the recovery period.

    Conclusions:

    • A comprehensive disaster recovery plan is crucial for healthcare institutions.
    • Proactive planning enables effective response to major disruptions.
    • The outlined strategy ensured continuity of cancer care services.