By: Jamie Raymond, EDAC, RID, LEED AP Partner, Four Point Design August is National Wellness Month, and when it comes to improving community health and wellness, caregivers play a critical role. Firms that provide architecture and interior design …

By: NELSON Worldwide In an era where healthcare dynamics in the United States are swiftly changing, the rise of community-based facilities and centers, including outpatient facilities, is reshaping the landscape. This shift is driven by various fa…

By Michelle Wendler, AIA, Principal, Watry Design, Inc., The opening of the new outpatient clinic at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle ushered in a new era of care in the areas you would expect, with expanded facilities and state-of-the-art…

Capitalizing on Opportunities to Capitalize Costs By Jeff Agner, MPH The delivery of most healthcare services requires regular upkeep, periodic renovation, and the occasional new construction of physical facilities and infrastructure. Construction…

Elements of Effective Lighting Design in the Behavioral Health Facilities By: Ellie Motevalian- Lighting Designer, LC, LEED GA and Toranj Noroozi, Lighting Designer, LC, P2S, a Legence company   Lighting design plays a crucial role in creating sup…

by Dr. Wayne Ruga  The Symposium is a resource that supports you in being more effective in the work that interests you.  It is a catalytic cauldron, a crucible for forging the fusion of diverse elements to make better futures for everyone.  You a…

By: Ron Laramie, Regional Sales Manager – Business Development, Nucor Insulated Panel Group St. Michael Medical Center expansion builds on health care legacy rooted in community service The recent $500 million, 500,000-square-foot acute care expan…

By: Stephen Parker & Robyn Linstrom Often the stress experienced by mental health and addiction patients can be mitigated with access to outdoor spaces. Outdoor spaces should be designed to create a safe, therapeutic environment with a close c…

By: Caryn Hewitt, MBA, BSN, CENP, CPHQ, Senior Director, Consulting Services at CenTrak The expression, “It takes a village…” isn’t exclusive to parenting. In my experience, thoughtfully planning, strategizing, and implementing emerging technolo…

By: Matt Goche, CEO of Uniguest When it comes to the patient experience, first impressions are crucial. Healthcare systems seek to develop long-lasting relationships with new and existing healthcare consumers and initial encounters can make or bre…

by Dr. Wayne Ruga  The Symposium is a resource that supports you in being more effective in the work that interests you.  It is a catalytic cauldron, a crucible for forging the fusion of diverse elements to make better futures for everyone.  You a…