EHR workflow reduces time to operating room for surgery patients

A new electronic health records-based workflow has significantly improved the efficiency of surgical consultations at a quaternary referral center. Analysis of 5,724 consultations showed a 27% reduction in time from consultation to operating room, and a remarkable 48% decrease for urgent cases. Length of hospital stay also decreased without impacting 30-day clinical outcomes, highlighting the workflow’s safety and effectiveness, particularly for patients needing rapid surgical interventions.