Lung volume reduction surgery CareMap. A multidisciplinary approach to managing patient care

The introduction of Lung Volume Reduction Surgery (LVRS) presented an exciting challenge to the author's institution. A motivated, multidisciplinary collaborative group practice created the successful reality of the surgery. This was accomplished by formulating a realistic budget, providing essential staff education, and creating an LVRS CareMap. The CareMap provides critical direction for daily management of the patient and emphasizes integration of the patient and family into the continuum of care. The LVRS CareMap illustrates the vital importance of a fiscally sound plan of care that focuses on timely multidisciplinary interventions based on expected patient outcomes.