Coordinated Surgical Workflows
Care18 keeps the entire surgical journey organised from booking to post-op care. By connecting surgeons, anaesthetists, nursing and inventory, the system ensures clear scheduling, accurate tracking and smooth handovers across teams.
- Centralised theatre scheduling
- Clear surgical team coordination
- Accurate implant and consumable tracking
- Linked pre-op, intra-op and post-op

What is Operation Theatre Management in Care18?
Operation Theatre Management digitises surgical workflows to minimise delays and maintain clear records. From theatre scheduling and surgical team assignments to procedure notes, implants and consumables tracking, every detail stays linked to the patient. Post-op orders flow smoothly to wards for continued care.
- Theatre list and slot scheduling with conflict checks
- Defined roles for surgical teams and support staff
- Structured pre-op, intra-op and post-op documentation
- Implant and consumable tracking with traceability
- Direct handover to IPD and nursing after surgery

Key Benefits
Reduced Theatre Delays
Clear scheduling and readiness checks help keep theatre lists running smoothly.
Improved Team Coordination
Assigned roles and timely updates keep everyone aligned before and during surgery.
Accurate Resource Tracking
Implants, consumables and time are recorded against each procedure.
Safe Post-op Continuity
Post-op orders and notes flow directly to the receiving ward and nursing team.
Key Features
Theatre Scheduling
Plan elective and emergency surgeries with theatre lists, slots and conflict avoidance.
Surgical Team Management
Assign surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses and support staff to each case.
Pre-op & Procedure Notes
Capture structured pre-op checks and detailed procedure notes in one record.
Implants & Consumables
Track implants and consumables used with clear linkage to the procedure.
Anaesthesia Tracking
Record anaesthesia type, monitoring details and key events during surgery.
Post-op Orders & Handover
Issue post-op orders and structured handover notes to IPD and nursing.
Operation Theatre Workflow in Care18
From booking to handover, each step keeps surgical care organised and traceable.
- 01
Surgery Booking
Book elective or emergency cases with required details and priority.
- 02
Pre-op Preparation
Complete pre-op assessment, consent checks and team assignment.
- 03
Intra-op Management
Track procedure steps, anaesthesia, implants and consumables in real time.
- 04
Post-op Recovery Handover
Issue post-op orders and handover to recovery or ward with full notes.
- 05
Closure & Documentation
Finalise procedure records and link outcomes to IPD and billing as needed.
Security Built Into Every Layer
Hospital data deserves enterprise-grade protection. Care18 is designed with security at its core — access control, encryption, auditability and recoverability.
Role-Based Access Control
Every user sees only what their role permits, down to the field and report.
Encrypted Data
Encryption in transit and at rest for records, attachments and backups.
Audit Trails
Immutable, timestamped logs of who changed what, when and from where.
Secure Authentication
Password policy, multi-factor options and session control for sensitive actions.
Cloud Backups
Automated, encrypted backup schedules with retention policies you control.
Disaster Recovery
Documented recovery procedures, standby infrastructure and restore testing.
Who Benefits
Elective Surgeries
Structured booking and preparation to maximise theatre utilisation.
Emergency Surgeries
Rapid scheduling and team mobilisation for time-critical cases.
Multi-specialty OT
Manages multiple theatres across different specialties with shared visibility.
Day Surgery
Coordinates short-stay procedures with planned discharge from recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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