HFM Magazine Homepage | HFM Magazine

Top five findings in care environments

The Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality reviews common deficiencies found by its surveyors

Oct 22, 2025

2025 ASHE Award winners

A salute to high-performing members, facilities and organizations excelling in leadership, sustainability and collaboration

Sep 26, 2025

by HFM Staff

Graphic of three pictures side by side: Hospital sink, people in meeting, virus under microscope

Activating a water management plan

The American Society for Health Care Engineering's new monograph provides the latest recommendations to prevent waterborne pathogens

Oct 13, 2025

by HFM Staff

Planning pediatric facilities that align with patient needs

Acuity-adaptable spaces for pediatric care units result in reduced transfers, improved safety and better continuity

Oct 8, 2025

by Nora Colman and Jacqueline S. Foy

Graphic of three side by side images displaying natural disasters: Flood, pandemic and wildfire

Emergency management planning driven by HVAs

A how-to guide on building clearly documented and up-to-date responses for any emergency event

Oct 3, 2025

by Narsimha Irrinki

HFM News

sprinkler and smoke alarm on hallway ceiling

NFPA weekly update: Oct. 27-31

News on NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

Nov 3, 2025 By HFM Staff

Carilion Roanoke gets vertical upgrade

Tower expansion enables centralized services and enhances clinical workflows throughout the facility

Oct 31, 2025 By Brian Justice

Man visibly frustrated by colleagues demanding his attention

It’s all too much: communication overload in today’s workplace

Ineffective communication burns out employees and costs organizations money

Oct 31, 2025 By Adam Bazer

Web Exclusives

Assessing International Plumbing Code updates for chemical waste drainage

Learn how the 2024 International Plumbing Code defines approved materials for chemical waste drainage

Oct 28, 2025 By Charlotte Pipe and Foundry

Machine painting parking spot lines on pavement

Paving the way to cost savings

A pavement management program that begins with the end-goal in mind will save costs and extend asset life

Sep 24, 2025 By Tyler Means and Bill Collester

Engineering solutions for hospital noise

Evidence-based planning and design approaches to improve HCAHPS ‘quiet at night’ scores

Sep 17, 2025 By Alex Hornecker and Courtney Schoedel

Design Spotlight

Comprehensive care, close to home

Elegant design brings tranquility and healing to the April Sampson Cancer Center in Lincoln, Neb.

Oct 8, 2025 By HFM Staff

Designed to heal through hope

City of Hope’s Hope Plaza elevates the patient experience with thoughtfully planned interiors.

Oct 8, 2025 By HFM Staff

Mercy Medical Center Marion Emergency Department

Community care through design

Off-site emergency department brings first-rate care within reach for Marion, Iowa, residents.

Jul 21, 2025 By HFM Staff

Inside HFM

Recognition and next steps

ASHE President Michael Hatton applauds members' recent successes while keeping an eye turned toward the future of the field.

Sep 22, 2025 By Michael Hatton

Interview

2025 President's Award winner Larry Newlands

President’s Award winner touts energy reduction

Larry Newlands recounts his formative role in initiating ASHE's Energy to Care Chapter Challenge program.

Sep 24, 2025 By Landon Hegedus

Member News

Corridors impact operations, experiences

Three studies examine how intentionally designed corridors affect staff workflow and team communication in nursing units

Oct 13, 2025 By Yolanda Keys

Codes & Standards

CMS improves survey transparency

Plus: Joint Commission updates standards; NFPA elects new Health Care Section Chair; ASPR tests biocontainment transporting unit

Oct 1, 2025 By HFM Staff

Field Report

Chiller optimization meets demand

Georgia hospital chooses a tailored solution to mitigate rising utility costs.

Oct 24, 2025 By HFM Staff

Products

Lighting equipment and control innovations

Options improve energy efficiency, caregiver control and patient comfort

Oct 24, 2025 By Neal Lorenzi

Top five findings in care environments

2025 ASHE Award winners

Activating a water management plan

Planning pediatric facilities that align with patient needs

Emergency management planning driven by HVAs

HFM News

NFPA weekly update: Oct. 27-31

Carilion Roanoke gets vertical upgrade

It’s all too much: communication overload in today’s workplace

Web Exclusives

Assessing International Plumbing Code updates for chemical waste drainage

Paving the way to cost savings

Engineering solutions for hospital noise

Popular Articles

Building a design framework for better results

Operating and maintaining ventilation infrastructure

Window closing to comply with CMS sprinkler requirement

Design Spotlight

Comprehensive care, close to home

Designed to heal through hope

Community care through design

Inside HFM

Recognition and next steps

Interview

President’s Award winner touts energy reduction

Member News

Corridors impact operations, experiences

Codes & Standards

CMS improves survey transparency

Field Report

Chiller optimization meets demand

Products

Lighting equipment and control innovations

Lighting equipment and control innovations

Top five findings in care environments

Solutions: Flooring and HVAC products