The health care industry is increasingly focused on transforming operations to deliver better patient outcomes while managing rising costs. One area with great potential for improvement is supply chain. In the latest episode of Outcomes Rocket, Dr. Jimmy Chung, chief medical officer at Advantus Health Partners, dives into how strategic supply chain management is reshaping health care delivery.
Reducing Costs and Enhancing Patient Outcomes
With experience as a surgeon, Dr. Chung witnessed firsthand the waste and inefficiencies in operating rooms, which led him to focus on optimizing resource use. Dr. Chung emphasizes that the supply chain plays a vital role in reducing costs and enhancing the financial health of hospitals, but more importantly, it directly impacts patient care. By minimizing waste and unnecessary variations, supply chain improvements can elevate the quality of care while reducing expenses.
The Role of Clinical Engagement in Supply Chain Optimization
In this interview, Dr. Chung discusses how Advantus partners with industry leaders to streamline processes and maximize value, using Costco as an analogy—limiting choices can increase efficiency and reduce costs. He also encourages health care leaders to actively engage in clinical conversations to enhance health care value.
Contact Advantus to learn more about how supply chain innovation can transform health care.
