New healthcare facility designed to change face of troubled community

St. Bernard Hospital's new ambulatory care center highlights good being done on Chicago's South Side


St. Bernard Hospital's new ambulatory care center highlights good being done on Chicago's troubled South Side, according to an article on the Hospitals and Health Networks website.

Among the facility's educational resources is a library that houses a wall of computers for residents to look up health-related questions.

An occupational therapy room five times larger than the previous area is equipped with a stage bedroom and bathroom to teach patients how to transition from the hospital to their own home.

The center also has a community forum room that seats 90 people and overlooks the neighborhood. 

Read the article.

 



June 22, 2016


Topic Area: Industry News


Recent Posts

Partnering on Personnel: Strategies for Success

Environmental services in healthcare have special staffing circumstances. They must meet stringent compliance standards and maintain accreditations.


Kaiser Permanente Opens First Two Medical Offices in Northern Nevada

These are part of its joint venture with Renown Health.


Acadia Healthcare Reports Data Breach

This incident did not disrupt Acadia’s operations or its ability to care for patients.


Site Selection Mistakes: What Not To Do

Healthcare providers that treat site selection as a strategic decision, not a simple real estate deal, will be positioned for long-term success.


High-Performance EFCO Systems Shape MUSC's New Black River Medical Center

Case study: A sweeping curved-glass entrance, impact-resistant envelope and energy-efficient fenestration support a sustainable, resilient design for one of South Carolina’s newest rural hospitals.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

 
 
 
 

Healthcare Facilities Today membership includes free email newsletters from our facility-industry brands.

Facebook   Twitter   LinkedIn   Posts

Copyright © 2023 TradePress. All rights reserved.