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“In this day and age when people are shopping for healthcare, if I can go someplace that’s a little more hotel-like versus an older facility where I might have to share a room, where would I go?” Susan McDevitt, senior clinical planning principal at HDR (Seattle), says. #Architects, #designers, principals and directors from ESa, HDR, UW Health, ZGF Architects, AdventHealth discuss trends in #healthcaredesign and construction for #AcuteCare -- from space and capacity needs to tech and modernization -- in this article for Healthcare Design. https://lnkd.in/g9RaSsyX

As one of the oldest hospitals in its community, NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst in Queens, N.Y., has helped its community weather every major public health event since the 1800s. Read how the overhaul of their medical technology and HVAC systems have modernized their hospital rooms: https://ow.ly/eZ4O50QIWLo #HFM #FacilityManagement #FacilitiesManagement

Read D Magazine's Matt Goodman article about the good work Texas Trees Foundation is doing in Dallas . . . including, "pedestrianizing Harry Hines from Butler Street to Medical District Drive, adding sidewalks away from traffic on either side of the road as well as a two-way cycle track on the south side of the thoroughfare that will tie into the existing Trinity Strand Trail, along the levees. That means the Medical District will get access to the 50-mile Loop Trail, which is linking the city’s existing trails and adding access into the Trinity Forest." Great news for UT Southwestern Medical Center, Parkland Health and the entire Medical District! Click the image below to read the full story from D Magazine. ABOUT THE LOOP DALLAS The Loop Dallas is working closely with City of Dallas, Dallas Park and Recreation, Dallas County, private donors and corporate partners to make green space available throughout Dallas and increase access to public transportation with a focus on equity. Thanks to public investment and partnership, and private dollars and leadership, The Loop Dallas will unite Dallas with a city-wide bike and pedestrian active transportation system that joins 39 miles of existing trails in Dallas with 11 miles of newly built trails. These final 11 miles are the most complex and costly to deliver which is why a public private partnership is so important. It is a legacy amenity that will benefit Dallas for generations. The Loop Dallas is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization. Jeff Ellerman Rick Perdue Larry Dale Terrence Maiden Linda Owen Vana Hammond Parham Mike Terry Philip Hiatt Haigh Dale Operating Company #AllynMedia #CTC #TheLoopDallas #TransportationResiliency #Trails #GetOutside #PublicAffairs #PublicRelations #PR #DallasTrails #Dallas #DallasPR #CityOfDallas #DallasParkAndRec #Transportation #UrbanDesign #DallasCounty #TheDallasMorningNews #BestRealEstateDeals Keith Bjerke

Very happy with how this animation came out, utilizing #unrealengine5 I was able to accurately and quickly help our design team visualize the space and manipulate colors and textures to better fit their vision. The control that I am able to have with camera movement and shot position is much more in depth than other programs, I feel like I am only scratching the surface on the capability this program holds for Architectural Visualizations. #architecturalvisualization #architecturalrendering

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Examples of How Health Facility Planning Expertise Has Transformed Healthcare Facilities Body: Health Facility Planning or HFP expertise is essential for designing and building healthcare facilities that meet the needs of patients and providers alike. By carefully considering all of the relevant factors, HFP can help to create facilities that are efficient, effective, patient-centred, and future-proof. Some examples of how this has transformed healthcare facilities in the United States include: The Mayo Clinic's new Rochester campus in Minnesota features a variety of innovative design features that are intended to improve patient care and reduce costs. For example, the campus has a centralised medical records system that allows clinicians to access patient information from anywhere on campus. The campus also features a number of patient-friendly amenities, such as private rooms and family-friendly waiting areas. The Cleveland Clinic's new main campus in Ohio is designed to support the delivery of personalised medicine. The campus features a number of specialised centres, such as the Center for Personalised Healthcare and the Genomic Medicine Institute. These centres allow clinicians to tailor treatments to the individual needs of each patient. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center's new Hillman Center for Cancer Care is designed to provide a more compassionate and supportive experience for cancer patients and their families. The centre features a variety of amenities, such as a healing garden, a meditation room, and a support group space. The centre also has a team of dedicated patient navigators who help patients navigate their care and access the resources they need. The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, has used HFP expertise to design a new cancer centre that is focused on providing patients with a personalised and seamless care experience. The centre features a number of innovative features, such as a patient navigator program and a system of electronic medical records that allows patients to track their own progress. The University of California, San Francisco Medical Center, is a state-of-the-art facility that is designed to promote healing and wellness. The centre features a number of sustainable design elements, such as a green roof and a rainwater harvesting system. As healthcare providers strive to deliver better care at lower costs, HFP will continue to play an increasingly important role. By carefully considering the needs of patients, providers, and the community, health facility planners can help to create facilities that are efficient, effective, patient-centred, and future-proof. https://lnkd.in/gFXDZCQS

The next time you go to Memorial Hospital of South Bend you will definitely notice some changes. As we build a new patient tower to serve you better, some adjustments have been made around the main entrance to accommodate parking and traffic. Here are the two important points you need to know when navigating our campus: 1. Traffic now follows a one-way pattern. Enter at the west driveway that leads to the main entrance and exit at the east driveway. 2. Parking in the Bartlett Street Garage? Enter and exit at the west end of the garage. We're working to build you a healthier tomorrow. Read more about our new traffic patterns here: https://bit.ly/3W4AVHx

I am thrilled to announce our partnership with IU Health to deploy our advanced Digital Twin platform, Nexus Infinity. This collaboration represents a significant leap forward in enhancing healthcare facility management and patient outcomes through digital innovation. Why Digital Twin Technology Matters in Healthcare Digital Twin technology creates dynamic, real-time virtual replicas of physical assets and processes. For IU Health, this means: 1. Enhancing Operational Efficiency: Nexus Infinity will help IU Health optimize resource allocation and predict issues, leading to reduced operational costs, energy consumption, and equipment downtime. 2. Improving Patient Safety and Experience: Continuous monitoring of environmental conditions and streamlined patient flow will enhance the overall patient experience and safety. 3. Predictive Maintenance and Asset Management: Transitioning from reactive to predictive maintenance will reduce equipment failures and extend the lifespan of critical assets, offering significant cost savings. 4. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting: Nexus Infinity simplifies compliance by automating data collection and reporting, easing the administrative burden on IU Health. The Nexus Infinity Advantage Nexus Infinity stands out with its: - Seamless Integration: Effortlessly connects BIM with existing hospital systems like BMS, EMS, IoT and Medical Equipment Management Systems for a unified view across IU Health’s facilities. - Scalability: Adapts to any facility size, ensuring future viability and flexibility. - Actionable Insights: Provides data-driven recommendations to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve patient care. The Road Ahead Our partnership with IU Health embodies our commitment to leveraging technology for smarter, more efficient healthcare facilities. The solution design of Nexus Infinity is underway, and we are excited to demonstrate its transformative impact. A Future of Possibilities This partnership is just the beginning. As Nexus Infinity evolves, it will play a crucial role in shaping the future of healthcare, enhancing both facility management and patient care. I look forward to sharing more updates as we advance this exciting journey with IU Health. Together, we are setting a new standard for healthcare facility management. #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalTwin #NexusInfinity #IUHealth #PatientCare #FacilityManagement #HealthcareTechnology

Last September, AZ Big Media, the 35+ year old, Arizona-based media company that has the fastest growing news website in the US, published an interesting article about an #EIFS-clad project in southeastern #Arizona. Built by Willmeng Construction, Inc., the groundbreaking 34,000 square foot Clarence Wesley Health Center in Bylas will provide the San Carlos Apache community with a modern medical facility that offers a broader array of vital healthcare offerings than its predecessor. As part of the San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation, the new building will expand dental, optometry and pharmacy offerings and also include imaging services. Designed by Cuningham, the new center will also be clad in EIFS in order to provide “added energy efficiency to the facility.” The progressive design will also include a backup electrical system that can power the facility for 96 hours. Given EIFS’ performance attributes and financial value proposition, it is understandable why the system is being used for this project. After all EIFS’ has 20x the R-Value of old-fashioned, heavyweight materials like #brick. Additionally, data from RSMeans Data from Gordian confirms that #brick, #stone, #metalpanel, #precast and #curtainwall are all much more expensive than EIFS in different building applications all over the country. (More information can be found here if one is interested https://lnkd.in/ehjs4jCD.) Slated for completion in 2025, the health center also has an extremely important and significant namesake. Clarence Wesley was dubbed “A Champion of Indian Rights,” and he was a two term President of the National Congress of American Indians before he died in 1988. There has never been a better time to consider EIFS for a #newconstruction or #retrofit project. Learn more at www.eima.com. #eima #energyefficiency #designflexibility #healthcare #costeffective #buildingperformance #climatechange #sancarlosapachetribe #clarencewesley

When #construction projects demand #energyperformance, #designflexibility and #financialvalue, it seems that more and more #architects, #designers and #buildingowners are selecting #EIFS as the cladding of choice. As a #modern building material, choosing EIFS makes sense since the #engineered cladding systems are much more energy-efficient, much more architecturally versatile and much less costly than #oldfashioned, #traditional and #heavyweight cladding solutions that have been around for centuries. The post from the EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) is a case in point. Located in southeastern #Arizona, the Clarence Wesley Health Center will provide necessary health services to the San Carlos Apache community. A “Champion of Indian Rights” and a legendary leader in the community, the article mentions that “this facility is a fitting tribute to him.” Www.eima.com #arizona #clarencewesley #designversatility #performance #financialvalue #sancarlosapachetribe