2018 AANS Annual Scientific Meeting-404. Pathway for Omitting ICU Level of Care Following Craniotomy for Resection of Supra-tentorial Brain Tumors

404. Pathway for Omitting ICU Level of Care Following Craniotomy for Resection of Supra-tentorial Brain Tumors

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Video Summary

In this video, Jennifer Viner, NP, presents a program developed at UCSF called the Safe Transitions Pathway Program, which bypasses the neurointensive care unit for certain post-operative craniotomy patients. The program aims to reduce bottlenecks and improve throughput, as well as provide a more restful environment for patients. The program has been successful in reducing post-operative length of stay by over a quarter of a day and saving the medical center over $130,000 in direct costs per case. There have been some cancellations and escalations in care, but overall, the program has been well-received. The team at UCSF hopes to continue expanding the program and sharing their results. The video does not mention any credits granted.

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Jennifer Viner, NP

Keywords

Safe Transitions Pathway Program

neurointensive care unit

post-operative craniotomy patients

length of stay reduction

cost savings