Operational Risk Management in Dermatologic Procedures

Area of Science:

• Medical Operations
• Risk Management
• Patient Counseling

Background:

• Operational risk management (ORM) is a structured decision-making process widely used in military operations.
• ORM provides a framework for evaluating potential complications and mitigating risks.
• Current patient counseling may not systematically address all potential complications and contingency plans.

Purpose of the Study:

• To propose incorporating ORM-based techniques into patient counseling.
• To enhance the structured presentation of potential risks during patient consultations.
• To foster transparent discussion of options and promote shared decision-making.

Main Methods:

• Applying ORM principles to the patient counseling process.
• Systematically evaluating potential surgical complications.
• Integrating patient medical history and risk tolerance into decision-making.

Main Results:

• A structured framework for presenting risks in patient counseling.
• Improved understanding of outcomes and contingency plans for both patients and surgeons.
• Facilitation of transparent discussions and shared decision-making.

Conclusions:

• ORM techniques can be effectively integrated into patient counseling.
• This integration enhances risk communication and patient engagement.
• ORM promotes a more informed and collaborative approach to surgical decision-making.