Predictive Modeling for Patient Queue Length in Blood Collection Centers during Peak Hours using Multi-step-ahead Forecasting and Machine Learning Models
學年 112
學期 2
發表日期 2024-07-09
作品名稱 Predictive Modeling for Patient Queue Length in Blood Collection Centers during Peak Hours using Multi-step-ahead Forecasting and Machine Learning Models
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著者 Ming-Shu Chen, Tzu-Chi Liu, Kuo-Ching Kao, Chih-Te Yang, Chi-Jie Lu
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會議名稱 2024 8th Asia Pacific Conference on Public Health
會議地點 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
摘要 Blood collection centers in hospitals experience congestion during peak hours, leading to long waiting times for patients. This study investigates the application of machine learning to predict patient queue lengths in blood collection centers, aiming to minimize wait times and improve patient satisfaction. Existing literature explores various approaches to address congestion, including call systems, quality improvement initiatives, and phlebotomy assistant systems. However, these methods primarily focus on improving service efficiency, neglecting the challenge of predicting patient arrival patterns. Traditional queue length forecasting methods like simple moving average (SMA) have limitations. This study proposes a multi-step forecasting approach using machine learning techniques to predict patient queue lengths during peak times. The research employs two frameworks, Direct and Hybrid, incorporating six machine learning algorithms: Random Forest (RF), Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost), Lasso Multiple Linear Regression (LaMLR), Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines (MARS), Light Gradient Boosting Machine (LightGBM), and CatBoost. The study utilizes data from a medical center in Taiwan, covering a period of three years. Empirical results demonstrate that the Random Forest technique with the Direct framework achieves the most accurate predictions for one to four time steps ahead. For four-step-ahead forecasting, CatBoost with the Hybrid framework proves most effective. These findings suggest that machine learning offers a promising approach for predicting patient queue lengths in blood collection centers. This information can be valuable for staff scheduling, resource allocation, and implementing early congestion mitigation strategies, ultimately enhancing patient experience and healthcare service quality.
關鍵字 Blood collection center, Patient Queue Length, Multi-step ahead forecasting, Machine learning, Outpatient Phlebotom.
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會議性質 國際
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研討會時間 20240709~20240711
通訊作者 Chi-Jie Lu
國別 MYS
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