Focus: Patient Satisfaction/Experience
Waiting rooms front and center in design considerations
Waiting rooms have risen to a prominent position in the hierarchy of healthcare facility concerns, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website
Waiting rooms have risen to a prominent position in the hierarchy of healthcare facility concerns, according to an article on the Healthcare Design website. Waiting is being seen from the patient’s point of view — potentially irritating and stressful.
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December 13, 2016
Topic Area:
Architecture
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