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they ’ re most effective and appreciated . They ’ re able to further support clinicians .”
Like many in the supply chain discipline , UCSF Health has worked to streamline and standardize its processes , so that the medical professionals can focus on what matters — patient care . Every patient ’ s healthcare needs are unique and highly personalized .
Therefore , Limbert and his team worked closely with clinicians to establish their needs and maintain the unparalleled , innovative care UCSF is known for . In doing so , the group has worked to strike a balance between streamlined , cost-effective supply chain processes whilst meeting the individualistic needs of the clinicians and patients alike .
“ If they ’ re able to interact with clinicians in a meaningful way then that allows us to again , gain their trust ,” explains Limbert . “ We just don ’ t want people stocking shelves , we want people to engage the clinician and figure out their needs so we can make sure they are enabled to deliver the highest quality of care .”
“ There ’ s a certain level of expectation that our clinicians demand and I think we are able to provide that by
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