Journal of Qualitative Research in Health Sciences
Journal of Qualitative Research in Health Sciences

Lean thinking in healthcare setting: A Walker-Evant Concept Analysis

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

Marzieh Helal Birjandi 1
Hossein Sadeghnezhad 2
Ahmad Nasiri 1

1 Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran

2 Department of Nursing, Kashmar School of Medical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran

10.34172/jqr.1405
Abstract
Background: This study investigated the application of lean thinking in healthcare settings using Walker and Avant’s eight-step concept analysis method to gain a comprehensive understanding of how lean thinking is implemented in various healthcare contexts, both theoretically and practically.
Methods: The study utilized Walker and Avant’s eight-step concept analysis method to analyze the concept of lean thinking in healthcare. This systematic approach allowed for a thorough examination and exploration of applying the principles of lean thinking in healthcare settings.
Results: The analysis provided valuable insights into the implementation of lean thinking in healthcare, making significant contributions to both theoretical development and practical application in healthcare contexts. The research emphasizes the importance of adopting lean thinking to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in healthcare delivery.
Conclusion: The findings of this study underscored the significance of lean thinking in healthcare and its potential to improve healthcare delivery systems. Future research directions and potential empirical referents, such as patient satisfaction, access to services, and healthcare service quality, offer valuable insights for further enhancing the implementation of lean thinking principles. Moreover, the perspectives and novel insights uncovered during the analysis provide a tantalizing glimpse of the original contributions it offers to the field.

Highlights

Ahmad Nasiri (PubMed) (Google Scholar)

Keywords

Lean thinking
Healthcare delivery
Process improvement
Continuous improvement
Healthcare quality
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Journal of Qualitative Research in Health Sciences
Volume 14
Pages 1-8

  • Receive Date 05 March 2024
  • Revise Date 27 October 2024
  • Accept Date 16 November 2024

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