Development and application of simulation modelling for orthopaedic elective resource planning in England.

Alison Harper Thomas Monks Rebecca Wilson Maria Theresa Redaniel Emily Eyles Timothy Jones Christopher PenfoldAndrew ElliottTim Keen Martin Pitt Richard L Donovan Michael Richard Whitehouse Andrew Judge

Published in: BMJ open (2023)

The simulation model is intended to support capacity planning of orthopaedic elective services by identifying a balance of capacity across theatres and beds and predicting the impact of productivity measures on capacity requirements. It is applicable beyond the study site and can be adapted for other specialties.

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