Management of medical technology in a paediatric hospital. (1st January 1999)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Walker, David H.; Ryan, Dennis
• Is Part Of: International journal of healthcare technology and management. Volume 1:Number 1/2(1999)
• Page Start: 140
• Page End: 147
• Publication Date: 1999-01-01
• Subjects: management of medical technology -- multidisciplinary approach -- paediatric hospital; Medical technology -- Periodicals; Medical technology -- Management -- Periodicals; 610.28
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1368-2156

Abstract

Unlike manufacturing companies that produce particular goods, hospitals must offer and deliver the highest quality of care possible to their customers, the patients and families. Although manufacturers must produce high quality products and/or services (to remain in business), the healthcare industry's failure to offer quality care can lead to life threatening consequences. The healthcare industry is undergoing a rapid process of reengineering that will lead to an integration of clinical and management technologies. This will require a radical redesign of hospital systems to create seamless healthcare delivery processes and a leadership with a strong customer orientation. To promote the concept of management of medical technology, a process that incorporates a multidisciplinary approach may help overcome the preconceived negative feelings regarding management of the hospital's technology.