Reimagine Healthcare: Join the AHA Leadership Summit Adventure!
AHA Summit Overview: When: July 21-23, 2024 Audience: Senior healthcare executives, clinicians, and industry experts. Focus: Innovative care delivery, financial stability, workforce challenges, and enhancing the consumer experience. Why You Should Attend: Connect with senior hospital and health system leaders. Foster collaboration and innovation across the expanding healthcare ecosystem. Gain insights into the competencies required to lead during uncertain times. Connect with the Best: Engage in a variety...
The Healing Power of Thoughtful Hospital Design
Hospital facility management professionals play a pivotal role in shaping environments that not only promote patient recovery but also enhance staff well-being. The secret to success lies in integrating patient and staff feedback into hospital design, creating spaces that foster healing and efficiency. Patient-Centered Design At the University of Miami's Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Jackie Gonzalez, a dedicated nurse and cancer...
Modern HVAC Systems in Healthcare Facilities
In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, recent advancements in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems are revolutionizing our approach to patient care. From boosting air quality to slashing energy costs, modern HVAC upgrades are essential for hospital facility management professionals. This article highlights the exciting benefits and common themes of recent HVAC enhancements in healthcare settings. Breathe Easy: Enhancing...
Elevating the Patient Experience Through Strategic Renovations
Prioritizing Patient Experience at Amery Hospital and Clinic What started 10 years ago has finally been completed. Amery Hospital and Clinic has completed renovations to its Emergency and Chemotherapy and Infusion departments. The renovations prioritized patient experience, addressing the challenge of overcrowded public spaces and improving safety measures, especially for immune-compromised patients. This approach underscores the importance of adapting facilities...
Modern Hospital Design Trends in 2024
Modern hospital design is transforming into state-of-the-art sanctuaries designed to enhance patient well-being and operational efficiency. From innovative patient flow systems to sustainable building practices and smart technology integration, these facilities are setting new standards in healthcare design. Dive into the latest trends shaping the future of hospital infrastructure. Patient Flow and Comfort Modern hospital design prioritizes patient flow and comfort...
Eco-Smart Hospitals: The Future of Hospital Waste Management
Hospital waste management is crucial not only for the safety of patients and staff but also for public health. While 85% of healthcare-related waste is non-hazardous, the other 15% can be toxic or even radioactive. If hazardous waste is not adequately disposed of, it may end up in landfills, potentially contaminating groundwater. Air pollution is another risk, with certain types of...
Advancing Disinfection Robots in HFM for Optimized Operational Efficiency and Excellence
For professionals working in HFM, the emergence of disinfection robots represents a significant leap forward in ensuring high standards of cleanliness and enhancing the efficiency of facility operations. In the context of recent global health challenges, the imperative to maintain exceptionally clean and safe healthcare environments has become more critical than ever. As we progress into 2024, there’s a...
Keeping Up with Infection Control
To effectively manage the evolving challenges in infection control, professionals in hospital facilities management should adopt innovative strategies to maintain hygienic and safe healthcare settings. The difficulty in controlling pathogens such as Candida auris, which can quickly recontaminate environments post-disinfection, calls for exploration into longer-lasting disinfectants, microbe-resistant surfaces, and improved patient skin cleaning methods. Concurrently, studies reveal significant lapses...
Harnessing Biophilic Design: A Strategic Move for Healthcare Facility Managers
As healthcare facility managers constantly seek methods to enhance patient experience and improve outcomes, many are turning towards an innovative design approach called biophilic design. By integrating nature-inspired elements, facility managers are discovering a direct link between biophilic elements and increased patient satisfaction. The impact of biophilic design on healthcare facilities is profound. Integrating nature-inspired elements, such as views or...