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    May 17, 2024  
2018-2019 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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RADM 5020 - Process Improvement in Healthcare



During the course, students learn quality and process improvement tools, the LEAN methodology, and the use of data visualization tools. The 7-month course (September – March) begins with a one hour introduction lecture, which includes goals objectives, and the procedures for developing a process improvement project. Each month consists of a two-hour lecture and discussion, totaling 14 hours of lecture with additional time required for process improvement project planning. The project requires independent data collection. Required readings are provided. Students worked one-on-one with a faculty member to develop a process improvement project. Students must spend scheduled time with faculty during each month and present a successful design of a process improvement project by the end of the course. Students should complete six months of clinical rotations before enrolling in the course. The course will accept 20 students per year.

Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 2 Other Contact Hours: 2

Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Repeat Status: No
Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Medicine
Schedule Type: Lecture/Supervised Lab/Clinic


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