Publications by authors named "Ahmed M Al-Sharif"
Sultan Qaboos Univ Med J
August 2016
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to investigate the rates and reasons for surgical cancellations and no-shows at Ibri Regional Hospital in Oman, an important aspect of operating theatre (OT) utilization.
- A total of 4,814 elective surgeries were scheduled in 2014, with 1,235 (26%) being cancelled; the main reason for cancellations was patient no-shows, accounting for 63%.
- The findings suggest that improved management practices, such as regular audits and hiring a procedure booking coordinator, could help reduce cancellation rates and better utilize hospital resources.
