Thesis (M.S. in Operations Research)--Naval Postgraduate School, June 1990. / Thesis Advisor(s): Johnson, L. Second Reader: Whipple, D. R. "June 1990." Description based on title screen as viewed on October 19, 2009. DTIC Indicator(s): Naval Hospitals, MHSS(Military Health Services System), Measures of effectiveness, Evaluation, DEA(Data Envelopment Analysis), Military Medicine, Economics, Statistical Analysis, MTF(Medical Treatment Facility), Efficiency, Effectiveness, Productivity. Author(s) subject terms: Effectiveness, efficiency, health, hospital, medical, MHSS, MOE, MTF, productivity. Includes bibliographical references (p. 120-125). Also available in print.

Thesis (doctoral)--Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität zu München. / Vita. Includes bibliographical references (p. 59-60).

Thesis (Optometry, M.S.) --Nova Southeastern University in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 2008. / Includes bibliographical references. Typescript. "A Thesis Submitted to NOVA Southeastern University's Clinical Vision Research Graduate Program in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science." Also available online via ProQuest : Dissertations & Theses

Thesis (doctoral)--Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität zu München, 1980. / Vita. Includes bibliographical references (p. 104-106).

A Markov model was used to determine the optimal number of Medical Service Corps Health Care Administrator officers the Navy must access each year in order to maintain a desired end-strength. The Markov model identified the flow of Ensigns through Lieutenant Commanders using sixteen-year data. Five scenarios were analyzed to determine the most qualified method in determining accession levels. Optimization was achieved by changing with distribution of accessions sources and recruiting ranks. The solver scenario provided the alternative with the least amount of underage and overage when comparing the force structure to the predicted values. A four year historical review identified that if the current business practices will not allow for rank steady states to be reached. A few significant characteristics were determined to influence retention at seven and ten year periods. The characteristic of primary concern, commissioning source, was determined to be significant. A survival analysis identified that the In-Service Procurement Program has a different survival function than other sources. Increased variations between the current force structure plan and the predicted Markov model outcomes suggest that greater efficiency could be obtained in future years. This Markov model can be used as a tool for accessioning to improving extended forecasts.

Thesis (M.Phil.) - University of St Andrews, November 2007.

Thesis (M.S.)--Oregon State University, 1997. / Typescript (photocopy). Includes bibliographical references (leaves 128-136). Also available on the World Wide Web.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Wisconsin--Madison, 1956. / Typescript. Vita. eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 264-278).

The application of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology in hospitals is modest primarily due to cost and policy issues. Similar to the evolution of other electronic technologies, unit costs for components have been dramatically reduced in the past few years. Despite the reduction in costs, RFID technology has not yet achieved the tipping point of economic rationality for adoption at most healthcare organizations. Although the technology has been primarily applied to asset management and supply chain applications, Navy Medicine stands to gain tremendous benefit if this technology could be successfully implemented for staff and patient tracking in addition to inventory management. The purpose of this thesis was to conduct a review of RFID technology and components that could fit into the Navy Medicine's structure. The study explored the implementation requirements associated with the deployment in other industries that could be used as benchmarks for Navy Medicine implementation. Different technological architectures were described to illustrate the various techniques that could be used for creating the opportunity to automate administration, reduce errors and improve security for both patients and staff.

Thesis (M.A.)--Florida State University, 2004. / Advisor: Dr. Cheryl Ward, Florida State University, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Anthropology. Title and description from dissertation home page (viewed June 16, 2004). Includes bibliographical references.