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Improving insulin distribution and administration safety using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Yamamoto J, Abraham D, Malatestinic B. Hosp Pharm. 2010;45:212-224.

In this collaboration between a pharmaceutical company and a hospital, Six Sigma methodology was used to standardize and improve the efficiency of insulin dispensing and administration. The intervention resulted in cost savings and a reduction in clinical adverse events.

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