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Feature articles on optimizing hospital design, construction and operations that can only be found on Health Facilities Management magazine's website.
 InteriorsPlanning for efficiency - April 2013 Improving staff operations through Lean design elements Many of the inefficiencies found within a health care facility can be easily remedied by adapting the same Lean methodologies implemented by manufacturers on the production line. This is particularly true with interior design elements, which can easily improve staff efficiency. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureReady for anything - January 2013 Creating a disaster preparedness master plan Piecemeal emergency management plans can leave health care facilities vulnerable to many types of failures, which is why a holistic approach that includes all of the stakeholders is preferable. Here is some advice on achieving an advanced state of infrastructure readiness. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InteriorsKeeping it modern - January 2013 Selecting health care furnishings and finishes for greater efficiency There are many considerations when selecting furniture, casework and finishes for waiting areas, patient rooms and other spaces in a health care facility. Here's how interior design elements can be evaluated to provide the ideal environment for patients, families and staff. »Read Web Exclusive |
2012 Web Exclusives
 OperationsGoing off campus - October 2012 Selecting the right site for a remote health care facility Hospitals adopting a strategy of moving high-demand health care services such as urgent care, ambulatory care and primary care to smaller, community-based locations must make the right decisions with regard to site selection, codes compliance and the moving process itself. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InteriorsCovering all bases - July 2012 Rubber flooring offers a variety of health and performance benefits Building materials can impact the efficiency of a health facility's operations staff, the well-being of patients and employees, the indoor health of the space and the bottom line of the facility. Here's how some hospitals addressed these needs through their flooring selection. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructurePowering patient safety - June 2012 Factors to consider when configuring an emergency electrical system While health care facilities are required to follow minimum standards for emergency power, the way they configure and operate their standby electrical systems can be quite different, depending on their size, location and willingness to embrace advanced technologies, among other variables. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureCalculating efficiencies - May 2012 Data centers benefit from new mechanical and electrical technologies In the quest to incorporate energy efficient technologies in hospital data centers, health facilities professionals must consider the total costs of ownership. With such calculations in hand, they can select the systems that will not only reduce overall costs, but require less maintenance and improve operations as well. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureSustainable savings - April 2012 Reducing costs with water-conserving fixtures A related challenge to health care facilities planning for the influx of Baby Boomers is that there will be a greater water demand. Fortunately, this is not an insurmountable issue. With some new technologies, such as low-consumption fixtures and controls, water savings can be dramatic. These newer technologies can help cut water use immediately and for years to come. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureIn sync - March 2012 Maintaining a secure emergency power system Health care facilities need dependable, code-compliant power sources to ensure continuous patient care. However, every health care facility has its own unique set of issues to consider when designing, installing and commissioning an emergency electrical system. Here's how some hospitals successfully met their emergency power needs. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InteriorsFurniture fundamentals - February 2012 The benefits of a hospital furnishings program Flexible health facility designs can improve productivity, efficiency and return on investment. One key to achieving such timeless designs is through the use of furnishings. Based on the experiences of several organizations, modular furnishings can keep their facilities efficient and fresh and keep the myriad changes happening within them manageable. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureCoordination is key - January 2012 Successful HVAC and plumbing renovation projects Hospital HVAC and plumbing system renovations provide an opportunity for reduced operational costs as well as improved return on investment. However, there are a number of steps that much be followed to successfully carry out these renovations in the 24/7 health care environment. »Read Web Exclusive |
2011 Web Exclusives
 InfrastructureMoney well spent - December 2011 Best practices for optimizing facility capital investments Health care organizations are challenged with various resource-intensive projects, making capital increasingly scarce. Without a strategic plan to ensure that capital spending is aligned with capital plans and budgets, health facility managers run the risk of misallocating precious capital. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 Environmental ServicesControlling critters - December 2011 Teaming up with staff to prevent pests In addition to threatening the health and safety of staff and patients, disease and pathogen transmitting pests like rodents, cockroaches and flies can threaten a hospital's reputation and credibility. That is why effective pest management is crucial. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureTapping into alternatives - August 2011 Financing options for solar, wind and cogeneration Evaluating the costs and benefits of on-site solar photovoltaic systems, wind power systems and cogeneration facilities. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 ConstructionProactive projects - June 2011 Four guidelines for fewer headaches and lower costs How health care organizations can deliver projects on time and on budget with fewer headaches. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 Environmental ServicesCleaning concerns - June 2011 Special considerations for hygienic cleaning in ambulatory surgery centers Helpful advice on implementing a science-based cleaning and disinfection program. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 PlanningSmall hospitals, big rewards - June 2011 How rural hospitals can take advantage of evidence-based design A common-sense approach to help small facilities take advantage of evidence-based design practices and concepts. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 PlanningArchitectural analysis - May 2011 Hospital operations planning, simulation and architecture How some hospital projects have used simulation to inform a lean operations planning approach to health care design. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureCool advice - May 2011 Proper chiller start-up impacts the bottom line When combined with a regular maintenance program, these startup procedures can effectively reduce the costs associated with operating and repairing a hospital chiller. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InteriorsSign language - April 2011 Hospital wayfinding design strategies and implementation A strategic approach to hospital wayfinding should address sources of confusion, which might be operational, organizational, nomenclature or the building itself. This article leads readers through the process. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 Environmental ServicesUnder foot - March 2011 Tips on maintaining a health care floor Because flooring makes a significant impression on hospital visitors, it is important to devote the right amount of time and attention to the appearance of this important design element. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 TechnologyListen up! - March 2011 How network paging can improve hospital operations How network-based hospital paging systems can overcome the maintenance, reliability and efficiency problems of traditional paging systems. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 DesignTwo in one - March 2011 Planning a hybrid operating room Advice on designing hybrid operating rooms, where state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging equipment is permanently integrated into the operating room architecture. »Read Web Exclusive |
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 InfrastructureStarting out right - January 2011 Weighing the benefits of health facility commissioning How an experienced health facility commissioning team can improve HVAC efficiency, reduce lighting costs and reduce risks associated with poor indoor air quality, while improving overall building performance. »Read Web Exclusive |
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