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Using Biophilic Design in Your Medical Practice
As healthcare continues to evolve, medical practices are reevaluating the role their physical environment plays in the patient’s journey and experience. While clinical outcomes, technology, and staff training remain at the core of healthcare delivery, there’s growing recognition that how care is delivered, down to details like the architecture and atmosphere, can be crucial. That’s…
Read MoreWhat Makes a Front Desk Great?
Front Desk Design Considerations for Medical Facilities In any medical facility, the front desk serves as the first point of human interaction, the hub of patient flow, and the centerpiece of your brand experience. A great front desk must look good and be efficient. It must maintain patient privacy, enhance accessibility, and set the tone…
Read MoreCostly Healthcare Construction Mistakes That Practices and Hospitals Make
Healthcare construction projects are among the most complex in the design and building world. Hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and medical practices must balance strict regulations, implementation of technology, and the comfort and safety of patients. Mistakes in planning or execution can quickly translate into significant financial losses, while compromising patient experience and staff efficiency. Below…
Read MoreHow Waiting Room Design Impacts Patient Experience
When patients walk into a medical facility, the waiting room is usually their first impression. This space sets the tone for their entire visit. The right waiting room design can calm nerves, reduce stress, and build trust. A poor design on the other hand may create unnecessary anxiety and frustration before patients even see a…
Read MoreTop Surgeon-Centric Development Strategies
Designing a surgeon-centric facility that truly supports the needs of its primary users can mean the difference between efficient, high-quality patient care and a practice with logistical struggles, staff turnover, and sub-optimal clinical outcomes. Surgeon-centric development places the clinician’s workflow, preferences, and well-being at the heart of architectural planning, and delivers spaces that look impressive…
Read MoreImproving Operational Efficiency in Surgery Centers
Operational efficiency in surgery centers is critical, whether we’re talking about ambulatory, outpatient, or full service. An efficiently designed facility maximizes case throughput, reduces costs, improves staff satisfaction, and improves patient experience. Creating a high-performing surgery center begins in the design phase and continues with regular operational tweaks. Below, we explore building-level strategies, design-and-build best…
Read MoreThe ROI And Cost Benefits of Purpose-Built ASCs
ASC Development Is On The Rise. Here’s Why a Purpose-Built Facility Will Be More Profitable and Efficient in the Long Run. Purpose-built ambulatory surgical centers (ASCs) have recently emerged as a compelling alternative to hospital outpatient departments for many surgical specialties. These facilities are designed to optimize patient flow, clinical workflows, and regulatory compliance. They…
Read MoreFactors to Consider When Acquiring a Property for an ASC
Finding an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) property that facilitates operational excellence, patient comfort, and safety requires careful thought, planning and strategy. Whether you are moving an existing ASC or establishing a new practice, your property significantly impacts patient care, staff recruitment/retention, and your facility’s success—especially if you’re aiming for QUAD A accreditation. Here we share…
Read MoreHow to Improve Oral Surgery Efficiency and Patient Care
Whether you’re redesigning an existing clinic, undergoing an adaptive reuse project, or building from the ground up, the oral surgery design process should facilitate improved profitability. Here we look at the specific design best practices that help improve your oral surgery efficiency to foster revenue growth. Using a Design-Build Approach Choosing a design-build model offers…
Read MoreAmbulatory Surgery Center Design Trends
Ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) have become indispensable to modern healthcare, offering a cost-effective and patient-friendly alternative to traditional hospital stays. Demand for minimally invasive procedures and same-day surgeries continues to grow. Ambulatory surgery center design is helping medical staff provide better care for patients. Below, we explore key ASC design trends shaping the next generation…
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