Episode 90
Redesigning Patient Pathways: a Conversation with Dr. Carlos Frederico Pinto
WLEI - Lean Enterprise Institute’s Podcast
October 31, 202452m 36s
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Show Notes
In this episode of the WLEI Podcast, we're joined by Dr. Carlos Frederico Pinto (aka Dr. Fred), a medical oncologist with over 30 years of experience leading transformative changes in cancer care. Dr. Pinto shares insights on using lean thinking to dramatically improve patient outcomes and access to care.
Some highlights from the conversation include:
- How redesigning patient pathways allowed breast cancer patients to receive all necessary tests and treatments in a single visit.
- Dr. Fred's current work with public healthcare institutions in Brazil reducing wait times for prostate cancer patients from over 1,000 days to less than two weeks.
- The importance of daily management and developing leaders with the right behaviors and values to drive lasting change.
- Dr. Fred's upcoming book, "The Systems Architect Manifesto," which shares his insights on organizational transformation.