Strategic Planning for Surgical Departments: Building Effective Clinic Programs

Navigating change in a large healthcare entity, like a major surgical department, poses challenges. This study emphasizes aligning projects with institutional and departmental strategic plans. Key steps involve defining missions, setting short- and long-term goals, resource analysis, and understanding expectations. Careful project design is crucial for successful implementation. The study explores considerations and challenges in developing clinics that robustly support and advance both departmental and institutional missions within the dynamic healthcare landscape.