Table of Contents:
  • Chapter 1. Introduction to lean
  • chapter 2. Batch vs. Lean thinking and flow
  • chapter 3. Lean and change management
  • chapter 4. Lean foundation
  • chapter 5. Basic lean concepts and tools : assessment and analyze
  • chapter 6. Putting it all together
  • chapter 7. Implementing lean in a healthcare environment
  • chapter 8. Executives and lean
  • chapter 9. Roles and responsibilities of managers and supervisors
  • chapter 10. What it means to have a lean culture
  • chapter 11. Leveraging lean in surgical services
  • Includes bibliographical references