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WMLM1402 - CME/CMLE- LMU Advanced 03 Operations - Analyzing and Managing Workflow in the Lab
Course Description

The focus of workflow analysis and quality improvement in the pathology lab is not only on improving efficiency but also patient outcomes. This course will cover the basic steps for quality process improvement, methods for assessing and challenging current processes, requirements of workflow management systems, criteria for measuring improvement and factors for success.  

Faculty/Authors

LMU Committee

CME/CMLE Credit: 1.0
Estimated Completion Time: 1 hour
Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam

Physician Competencies: Medical knowledge

Eligibility for CME/CMLE Credit: Max three attempts. You will have a maximum of three attempts to meet the following criteria:

  • Module ≥80% = CME/CMLE credit
  • Module <80% = No CME/CMLE credit, after a maximum of three attempts

Accreditation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).

Credit Designation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) designates this journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Instructions

To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:

  1. Review the Technical Considerations.
  2. Click Go to Course to view an overview of the modules in this course.
  3. Click Access to begin the course.
  4. Review the Pre-Reading Assignment.
  5. Review the Educational Activity.
  6. Complete and submit the Post Exam. You will have a maximum of three attempts to obtain the required score. You will be notified if you have met the credit requirements after each attempt.
  7. Submit the course Evaluation.
  8. Enter the maximum number of credits offered and click Claim CME to register credit.
Faculty Disclosure 

The faculty have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose

Technical Considerations

Release Date: 1/1/2014  
Review Date:
Expiration Date: 9/30/2026  

Course Objectives
Following completion of this activity, you will be able to:
  • Describe the benefits of workflow analysis and process improvement. 

  • Apply workflow analysis methods to lab processes. 

  • Examine the pros and cons for each possible solution. 

  • Examine the criteria for measuring improvement. 

  • Review success factors for implementation of new process 

Summary
Availability: On-Demand
Credit Offered:
1 CME/CMLE Credit
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