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Organization of a major ambulatory surgery program.

R T Mitchell

    The Surgical Clinics of North America
    |August 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    Ambulatory surgery centers offer a cost-effective healthcare solution for patients. This article details the organization and quality assurance of a hospital-owned ambulatory surgery program.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Surgical Services

    Background:

    • Ambulatory surgery presents a successful model for healthcare systems and consumers.
    • It offers opportunities to reduce healthcare costs while enhancing patient education and care concentration.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the organizational structure of a free-standing, hospital-owned ambulatory surgery program.
    • To outline essential policies and procedures for ensuring the quality of such programs.

    Main Methods:

    • The article focuses on the organizational aspects of a specific ambulatory surgery program.
    • It details the foundational policies and procedures implemented for quality assurance.

    Main Results:

    • The organization of a free-standing, hospital-owned ambulatory surgery program is presented.
    • Key policies and procedures necessary for maintaining program quality are described.

    Conclusions:

    • Ambulatory surgery programs can be effectively organized and managed within a hospital-owned framework.
    • Implementing robust policies and procedures is crucial for ensuring high-quality ambulatory surgical care.

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