Goals
- Develop a model for thoracic surgeons to have expedited access to a respirologist in order to address pre-op pulmonary optimization.
- Develop a referral pathway/form.
- Improve outcomes and improve overall health status of these patients.
Outcomes
- Patients will benefit from improved peri-op outcome and improved health.
- Improve demand on KGH due to less periop complications.
Budget approved: $
2,000