Why Six Sigma Will Work In Healthcare

That outline the move from current performance levels to Six Sigma performance levels, with tangible,short-term goals in between. Specific Six Sigma projects are identified and goals defined and tied to a tangible organizational performance measure.A wealth of possible Six Sigma projects within healthcare includes,for example,information flow, surgical site procedures, patient handling, and patient charge items. Any process in
healthcare is a candidate for a Six Sigma project.To successfully implement a Six Sigma program requires long-term vision, commitment,leadership,management, and training.


What makes Six Sigma successful is well-chosen training and a commitment from the top that is communicated to all levels of the organization.Financially, the first set of projects usually justifies the entire cost of Six Sigma training. Focusing the Six Sigma tools on virtually any properly scoped project will drive savings to the bottom line and achieve breakthrough change in the healthcare organization.Experienced healthcare quality management should learn the language of Six Sigma and help integrate new methods into the Six Sigma process to improve effectiveness.

Six Sigma is a proven approach to reduce defects and waste, thus saving money. Six Sigma will help healthcare organizations just as it has industrial, service, retail, and financial organizations.About the Author:Peter Peterka is the Principal Six Sigma Consultant http://www.6sigma.us/aboutus.php in practice areas of DMAIC and DFSS. Peter has over 15 years experience in including implementation of Six Sigma in Healthcare http://www.6sigma.us/six-sigma-healthcare.php with a variety of organizations.
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