Medical Office Design
Factors 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 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…
Read MoreHow to Modern Design Can Transform your ENT Clinic
An efficient clinic doesn’t just run smoothly; it feels intentional. For ENT clinics, where the flow of patients and staff intersects with specialized care, design plays a vital role in making every step—from check-in to treatment—seamless and sophisticated. Here we explain how modern design can help improve your ENT clinic’s efficiency. Identifying the Key Elements…
Read MoreDesigning GI Clinics That Work Smarter and Perform Better
Office based surgery suites for gastrointestinal (GI) clinics are ideal solutions for patients requiring minor surgical procedures. However, your clinic design impacts the level of care and efficiency your team offers. Here we look at how design-build factors can improve your GI patient flow. What is a design-build model? A design-build model integrates design, architecture,…
Read MoreHow To Enhance Dermatology Practice Efficiency Through Design
Dermatology practices provide cosmetic specialty skincare services alongside procedures and assessments for diseases and skin conditions. This poses a challenge to design a sophisticated office that feels chic yet hygienic, while improving efficiencies that contribute to your bottom line. Here we share ways to enhance your practice’s efficiency through effective design strategies. Address Patient Flow…
Read MoreWhy Medical Practitioners Should Consider Redevelopment Over New Build Practices
When sourcing a healthcare facility site, it might seem building from the ground up is the best way to realize optimum efficiency, compliance, and patient experiences. While it’s hard to ignore the allure of building from the ground up, redevelopment of an existing facility tends to be a faster, more cost-effective approach that actually generates…
Read MoreIntegrated Project Delivery in Healthcare: Benefits & Best Practices
Integrated project delivery (IPD) takes a collaborative approach in healthcare construction. It allows teams to make informed decisions based on expert input, not only in the early stages, but throughout the entire process. As a result, design-build companies like APEX can offer more value by breaking down silos that create barriers in the healthcare facility…
Read MoreDesigning Emergency Department to Enhance Speed, Efficiency and Patient Care
Emergency departments (ED) face growing volume challenges related to gaps in community health services. These gaps contribute to increased ED use particularly by geriatric and pediatric age groups. As a result, emergency departments must seek new ways to enhance speed, efficiency, and patient care. Here we share valuable insights on major shifts in hospital design…
Read MoreOutpatient Endoscopic Spine Surgery and ASC Design
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates arthritis and spine/back related conditions in patients 18 and older will reach 78 million by 2040. As a result, outpatient settings are expected to handle up to 50% of spinal surgery volume. With faster rehabilitation times related to endoscopic spine surgery, Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC) offer…
Read MoreBreaking Down the Design Differences for Outpatient Surgery Facilities
Outpatient surgical procedures are typically provided at office-based surgery suites (OBSs), ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), and hospital outpatient departments (HOPDs). Although all three facilities specialize in outpatient surgeries, they each offer unique settings in hand with a combination of different healthcare services that fall under different regulatory requirements. As a result, they each have unique…
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