Value stream mapping to characterize value and waste associated with accessing HIV care in South Africa.

Christopher J HoffmannMinja MilovanovicAnthony KinghornHae-Young KimKatlego MotlhaolengNeil A MartinsonEbrahim Variava

Published in: PloS one (2018)

Accessing HIV care in South Africa is time consuming, complicated by multiple queues and frequent visits. A more patient-centered approach to care may decrease the burden of receiving care and improve outcomes.

Keyphrases

south africa
healthcare
palliative care
hiv positive
quality improvement
high resolution
heavy metals
affordable care act
risk factors
metabolic syndrome
high density
risk assessment
hepatitis c virus
hiv infected
sewage sludge
municipal solid waste