Centerline: October 18, 2016

UC Berkeley Opens New Lean Research Center with Support from ThedaCare Center
The UC Berkeley School of Public Health recently opened its new Center for Lean Engagement and Research (CLEAR) in Healthcare. CLEAR will focus on lean methods to help achieve the triple aim of better healthcare quality and patient experience, improved population health and reduced growth of healthcare costs. The ThedaCare Center for Healthcare Value, Lean Enterprise Institute and Rona Consulting Group will provide funding support for CLEAR.
Dr. Toussaint's Most Recent Article about Collaborative Learning
In a new post on the UK Improvement Alliance blog, John Toussaint, MD, describes the power of peer to peer learning. He points out the healthcare industry is one of the least reliable industries in the world and emphasizes how the Center's facilitation of adult learning creates a catalyst for change in the healthcare industry. 

Don't Miss Out on Our New Site Visit at St. Mary's
Nov. 29, 2016 | Kitchner, Ontario
"St. Mary's General Hospital is an excellent example of a full scope transformation, from the front lines to the Board of Directors. St Mary's President and CEO, Don Shilton, exemplifies a true lean leader."

- Kim Barnas, president of the Center 

Attend the Executive Site Visit on Nov. 29 in Kitchner, Ontario to see for yourself and learn how to initiate and sustain lean transformation at your organization.