en-us https://www.intensedebate.com/users/671768 Comments by lisa4you http://learnsigma.com/truth-lean-healthcare/#IDComment36330208 One of the greatest benefits of Lean versus previous improvement models in healthcare is its focus on removing waste in processes and systems via rapid change and employee involvement. Whereas previous models have focused on conference room activity and long-term action plans, Lean organizations begin reaping tangible benefits quickly.&quot; <a href="http:\/\/www.cliffsidemalibu.com\/substance-abuse\/" target="_blank">Substance Abuse</a> Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:20:30 +0000 http://learnsigma.com/truth-lean-healthcare/#IDComment36330208 http://learnsigma.com/truth-lean-healthcare/#IDComment36329545 One of the greatest benefits of Lean versus previous improvement models in healthcare is its focus on removing &ldquo;waste&rdquo; in processes and systems via rapid change and employee involvement. Whereas previous models have focused on conference room activity and long-term action plans, Lean organizations begin reaping tangible benefits quickly.&quot; <a href="http:\/\/www.cliffsidemalibu.com\/substance-abuse\/" target="_blank">Substance Abuse</a> Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:04:00 +0000 http://learnsigma.com/truth-lean-healthcare/#IDComment36329545