Sue Newton
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Sue Newton is a leading researcher in healthcare operations and simulation modeling, with a particular focus on improving efficiency in hospital pharmacy systems. Her most-cited work, "Using discrete event simulation to design a more efficient hospital pharmacy for outpatients" (2011, 63 citations), exemplifies her core contribution: applying discrete event simulation to redesign outpatient pharmacy workflows, reducing patient wait times and optimizing resource allocation. This study has become a foundational reference for healthcare administrators and operations researchers seeking data-driven solutions to pharmacy congestion. Newton’s research bridges industrial engineering and clinical practice, demonstrating how simulation tools can transform patient-centered care delivery. Her work has been instrumental in advancing the use of operations research in healthcare, influencing both academic discourse and real-world hospital redesign projects. With a citation count that underscores her impact, Newton is recognized for translating complex simulation methodologies into actionable, evidence-based improvements for healthcare systems.
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