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A computerized system for equipment control and preventive maintenance
Medical Instrumentation
|January 1, 1981
Summary
A new database management program enhances medical equipment maintenance efficiency and accuracy. This system streamlines record-keeping, inventory management, and billing for approximately 6000 pieces of equipment.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Engineering
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Hospitals manage extensive medical equipment requiring rigorous maintenance.
- Manual record-keeping for equipment service is often inefficient and prone to errors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a computer program for efficient and accurate medical equipment control.
- To improve the management of patient-care and laboratory equipment records.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of a database management computer program.
- The program features distinct data files, update programs, and report programs.
- Utilized for data storage, entry, corrections, and report generation.
Main Results:
- Increased efficiency and accuracy in maintaining equipment control records.
- Centralized management of equipment identifying information, inspection results, and service reports.
- Capability to manage parts inventory and generate itemized bills.
Conclusions:
- The developed database system significantly enhances medical equipment management.
- The program offers a comprehensive solution for equipment control, inventory, and billing.
- Optimized maintenance processes contribute to improved patient care and operational efficiency.