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Daniel H Williams¹, Carolyn Iker, Laurie Leith

¹Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC.

Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie

|July 22, 2011

Summary

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The University of British Columbia Hospital program successfully increased hip and knee replacement capacity by 16%, maintaining high patient satisfaction and low complication rates. This initiative ensured efficient, budget-conscious joint replacement surgeries.

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Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Health Services Research

Background:

Provincial capacity for hip and knee replacement surgeries was insufficient.
The University of British Columbia (UBC) Hospital initiated a program to address this deficit.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of the UBC Hospital program in augmenting hip and knee replacement capacity.
To assess patient satisfaction, complication rates, and operational efficiency.

Main Methods:

Implemented a "ring-fenced" capacity model, ensuring dedicated operating room and hospital bed availability.
Maintained a consistent patient-surgeon relationship throughout the care pathway.
Analyzed key performance indicators including patient satisfaction, complication rates, operating room time, and length of hospital stay.

Main Results:

Performed over 1600 joint replacements annually, increasing provincial capacity by 16%.
Achieved a mean patient satisfaction score of 4.7/5.
Reported a low complication rate of 4.4% and a mean postoperative length of stay of 3.4 days.
Operated within budget for the first two years.

Conclusions:

The UBC Hospital program effectively augmented hip and knee replacement capacity.
The "ring-fenced" model minimized cancellations and maintained a high standard of care.
High patient satisfaction and low complication rates demonstrate the program's success.