Applying Lean Principles in the Clinical Laboratory



 

This presentation discusses the need for a systematic approach to continuous improvement in any working environment. Practical applications of lean start with instilling the Lean mindset and culture in order for change to be driven at the source. The training will review the approaches used to identifying improvement opportunities suited to the Lean method and selecting the right Lean tool for the job.

Originally published on October 10, 2017


Lecture Presenter

M. Ben Estill, BS

M. Ben Estill, BS

Industrial Engineer
ARUP Laboratories

Ben Estill works with ARUP as an Industrial Engineer in the Improvement Engineering department and with this group since January of this year. He received his bachelors of science in manufacturing and supply chain management from BYU-Idaho in Rexburg, Idaho. He’s currently a candidate to receive a green belt in lean six sigma and a bronze certification in lean from SME.


Objectives

After this presentation, participants will be able to:

  • Describe the basic concepts that support the use of Lean in the laboratory.
  • Identify improvement targets most appropriate to the Lean method.
  • Select the most appropriate Lean tools for a specific improvement effort.

Sponsored by:

University of Utah School of Medicine, Department of Pathology, and ARUP Laboratories