International Examples of Lean in Healthcare

Chapter 13 Learning How to Apply Lean

Elaine Mead, Cameron Stark, and Maimie Thompson

DOI: 10.4324/9780429346958-13

Contents

Aims

Introduction

The Foundations of Lean Application in Healthcare

Agreeing on the Need for Change

Developing Support for Lean in Healthcare

A Sense of Place in Lean

Spreading Improvement Across an Organisation

Engaging Strategic Partners in Lean Implementation

Conclusions

Learning Points

Bibliography

Aims

The aims of this chapter are to:

• Reflect on the learning from the chapter authors.
• Note the importance of taking organisational context into account in planning and delivering change.
• Confirm the importance of respect for staff, involvement of patients, and clarity on organisational values.
• Discuss the attributes ...