Environments should be respectful, flexible and soothing. They should balance safety and regulatory concerns, according to an article on the Behavioral Healthcare Executive website
Environments should be respectful, flexible and soothing. They should balance safety and regulatory concerns with the creation of therapeutic environments, which can include accommodations for families and caregivers, according to an article on the Behavioral Healthcare Executive website.
February 27, 2017
Topic Area: Architecture
Optimizing the Engineering Design of Ambulatory Care FacilitiesDesigning cost-effective engineering systems is not about minimizing investment but about investing strategically.
Construction Completed on Washington Health Urgent Care Facility in CaliforniaThe design team maximized the existing footprint to accommodate five exam rooms, a dedicated procedure room and an X-ray room.
OhioHealth Pickerington Methodist Hospital Begins Expansion ProjectIt includes an expansion of the emergency department (ED) and an additional inpatient unit.
IAQ and Infection Mitigation: Plans Into ActionsTo support quality patient care and ensure compliance, managers must stay ahead of environmental and IAQ risks.
Case Study: How NYU Langone Rebuilt for Resilience After Superstorm SandyAlthough the damage was severe, it provided a valuable opportunity for NYU Langone to assess structural vulnerabilities and increase facility resilience.