Optimization of the Research and Advisory Department of the Oncological Center

The article provides an example of a successful optimization of the work in a research and advisory department of N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology Ministry of Health of Russia. All stages of this process are described in detail – from creating a project office and identifying problems to implementing methods for solving them and evaluating results. This work resulted in improving of the quality of medical care provided to the population, which is the most important task of any medical institution. In addition, this optimization experience may be useful for the implementation of similar activities in other health facilities in Russia.