When a surgeon is late, there is no standard protocol for whether to bring the patient into the operating room, causing confusion and potential liability.

Workarounds Described

• calls to clarify if patient needs to be seen
• follows opposing verbal advice from colleagues

Implied Software Gaps

• Standardized protocol display and decision support for handling surgeon lateness
• Automated escalation and notification to charge nurse when surgeon is late

OR Flow Navigator

A real-time decision support app for OR staff that provides standardized protocols and escalation paths for common disruptions like surgeon lateness. It integrates with the OR schedule and displays recommended actions based on case type, patient status, and hospital policy, reducing confusion and liability.