Data can be collected and analyzed to ensure that offerings, size and scale support the long-term sustainability of a new healthcare facility, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website.
When judging a potential location for a new healthcare facility, data can be collected and analyzed to ensure that offerings, size and scale support its long-term sustainability, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. The first step is to define the type of medical service that will be provided and how far consumers are willing to travel to get it, the article said.
August 7, 2014
Topic Area: Project Management
Avoiding Mistakes in Healthcare Site SelectionActionable strategies for healthcare systems and medical groups navigating today’s constrained real estate market.
Can Rural Hospitals Be Saved?More than 700 rural hospitals nationwide face the risk of closure. A new report highlights solutions that could improve long-term sustainability.
Ascension Saint Thomas Breaks Ground on Hospital and Health Campus in TennesseeThe new hospital will open with 44 inpatient beds and will be designed to expand to 132 beds as community needs grow.
The Hidden Risks of QAC Disinfectants in Healthcare FacilitiesQuaternary ammonium compounds are a popular disinfectant choice, but they may be causing more harm than good. A review outlines the problems with QACs and offers a solution.
Sprinkler Compliance: Navigating Code Mandates, Renovation Triggers and Patient SafetyAs CMS deadlines approach and renovation projects accelerate, healthcare facility managers must understand how NFPA 101, state fire codes and sprinkler design strategies intersect.