SIMULATION ANALYSIS OF A NEONATAL UNIT WITH COMPLEX PATIENT FLOW PATTERNS – AN ENHANCED MODEL FOR CAPACITY PLANNING

Authors

  • Terrence Sisira Perera Sheffield Hallam University
  • Banu Calis Marmara University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7166/33-4-2621

Abstract

Steadily increasing demand requires neonatal units and networks to improve their overall capacities. Given the operational complexities involved, simulation is a popular choice for capacity planning studies. , For efficient model building, simulation exercises typically assume unidirectional flow of patients i.e., infants progressively move to lower levels of care. Patient flows are, however, much more complex i.e., time-to-time patients may require a higher level of care than the current level of care. This paper argues that bi-directional flow modelling is required to produce accurate capacity estimates thereby improving the quality decision making. 

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Published

2022-12-14

How to Cite

Perera, T. S., & Calis, B. (2022). SIMULATION ANALYSIS OF A NEONATAL UNIT WITH COMPLEX PATIENT FLOW PATTERNS – AN ENHANCED MODEL FOR CAPACITY PLANNING. The South African Journal of Industrial Engineering, 33(4), 94–108. https://doi.org/10.7166/33-4-2621

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