Table 4.

Checklist for the post-pandemic phase

Measures of preparedness in the post-pandemic phase^a
✓ Ramp up activities and services in all modalities to appropriate levels
✓ Assess and address radiology inventory needs related to equipment and supplies
✓ Rebook canceled or deferred appointments due to pandemic
✓ Initiate communication and consultations with referring physicians as required
✓ Develop and implement plans to prioritize and address the backlog
✓ Conduct post hoc analysis of the pandemic response and document lessons learned
✓ Improve processes and update pandemic plans as required
✓ Initiate strategic planning for innovative models of diagnostic imaging operations
✓ Recognize and reward teams

^aNote that this is an abbreviated list as an excerpt from out pandemic preparedness plan