Reference Case: Standardised Processes for Anaesthesia Systems
Notably improved hygiene and safety, thanks to a definite process and an unburdened sterilisation department: The Hospital Magdeburg is satisfied with the concept which has been developed in close cooperation with Dräger and whose main issue is a new process standard for the preparation of anaesthesia workplaces and an increased use of disposables.
Dr. med. Christiana Hesse, chief physician for anaesthesia, underlines the anaesthetists' planning sovereignty for the operating theatre. Optimised process flows are an important factor to increase the efficiency of the operating theatres. Suggestions and recommendations by suppliers are more than welcome. Christina Hesse attaches high importance to hygiene issues at the anaesthesia workplace, and states that it is as important for the anaesthesist as for the surgeon, as both need a sterile workplace when dealing with the patient.
Brigitte Hecht, rhead of centralized purchasing, emphasises that the aspects of ergonomics, process and work flows have an influence on purchase decisions of the Hospital Magdeburg. The price is only one criterion amongst others. Hecht states: "The least expensive is not the best." She values the use of disposables instead of reusable products with a positive cost balance, as disposables are a release for the employees, optimise the work flows in the units and increase the safety.
Ute Schultze, hygiene specialist, praises that the issue of hygiene is given more importance in the hospital operation due to the latest resolutions of the German Government and the recommendations by the Robert Koch Institute. This also sharpens the employees' awareness for hygiene which has to be kept up as an issue, regarding the employees' behaviour as well as the work flows and the product design. She appreciates that the Hospital Magdeburg uses disposables instead of reusable products for anaesthesia, as this improves the safety for employees and patients.
Annette Wöllmer, overall management central surgical care, reports how the Hospital Magdeburg wanted to meet several challenges with a reorganisation. The concept was to develop standardised OR processes for all employees which should shorten the preparation time of anaesthesia devices. Further aspects were the release of the sterilisation department and an improved hygiene. She perceived the project support by Dräger as very helpful, giving valuable information and impulses. The overall project results are very positive. Hygiene tests proved an improved situation and also the other goals to be realised.
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