Design of a Model to Predict Surge Capacity Bottlenecks for Burn Mass Casualties at a Large Academic Medical Center
A simulation model was developed to predict resource bottlenecks during a burn mass-casualty event. It factors in patient flow, baseline capacity, and critical supply needs. The tool can guide real-time decision-making for hospital surge planning.
Evidence At A Glance
Intervention Area:
Countermeasures & mitigation:
- Workforce development, training & coordination
Surge management:
- Medical surge