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This study introduces an integrated framework using queuing, compartmental, and evolutionary models to optimize hospital bed allocation and resource utilization. The approach enhances healthcare policy by simulating patient flow and resource management for better efficiency.

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  • Healthcare Management
  • Operations Research
  • Health Informatics

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  • Healthcare resources are limited, necessitating efficient policies for bed allocation, service quality, and financial support.
  • Optimizing hospital resource allocation is crucial for maintaining quality care and operational efficiency.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose and validate a complex analytical framework for hospital resource allocation.
  • To integrate queuing systems, compartmental models, and evolutionary optimization for enhanced bed management and resource utilization.

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  • Utilized a queuing system to model patient flow within a hospital setting.
  • Employed a compartmental model to structure hospital departments based on queuing characteristics.
  • Applied an evolutionary-based optimization, specifically a genetic algorithm, for optimizing bed occupancy and resource utilization.
  • Incorporated a 'What-if analysis' for exploring parameter changes' effects on outcomes.

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  • Demonstrated the methodology's application using real data from a geriatric department in London, UK.
  • Validated the model's adaptability to various medical departments, including surgery, stroke, and mental illness.
  • Presented a simulated application highlighting the model's practical utility for healthcare decision-making.

Conclusions:

  • The integrated framework provides a robust tool for optimizing hospital resource allocation and bed management.
  • The methodology offers flexibility for 'What-if analysis' and adaptation across diverse medical departments.
  • This approach supports evidence-based policymaking for efficient healthcare resource utilization.