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Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Implementation: From Planning to Success
Didier Roulin1, Peter Najjar2, Nicolas Demartines1
11 Department of Visceral Surgery, Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) , Lausanne, Switzerland .
Summary
Implementing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) pathways requires investment and training. Overcoming barriers to ERAS adoption ensures patients receive optimal perioperative care and reduces complications.
Area of Science:
- Perioperative Medicine
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) is an evidence-based approach to perioperative care.
- Implementing ERAS pathways necessitates dedicated time, financial investment, and multidisciplinary team training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the financial considerations and return on investment for ERAS implementation.
- To address barriers and resistance to change in adopting ERAS protocols.
Main Methods:
- Gathering a multidisciplinary team for ERAS implementation.
- Training the team according to the ERAS Implementation Program.
- Analyzing financial aspects and projecting return on investment.
Main Results:
- ERAS implementation requires significant upfront investment in time and resources.
- Multidisciplinary team training is crucial for successful ERAS pathway translation.
- Financial planning and return on investment analysis are essential for cost-conscious healthcare environments.
Conclusions:
- Despite implementation challenges, the goal of reducing patient complications should drive ERAS adoption.
- Successful ERAS implementation ensures patients benefit from optimized perioperative care.
- Addressing financial and logistical barriers is key to widespread ERAS integration.
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