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Results of the 2024 Hospital Operations Survey

Maintenance teams align their resources and responsibilities despite labor and budget shortfalls

Dec 15, 2024

by Megan Headley and Jamie Morgan

Specialty hospital growth and evolution

How three health care facilities developed their master plans to adapt to changing patient needs

Dec 19, 2024

by Jennifer Aliber, Bryan Langlands, and Kaitlin Laustsen

Graphic displaying ambulance and medical staff

After the emergency response is over . . .

Advice for conducting detailed analysis of emergency plans and processes through hotwashes and after-action reports

Oct 14, 2024

by Kathryn Quinn, MHS, CHSP, SASHE

ASHE celebrates top members, facilities and organizations

The 2024 ASHE Award winners excel in service and sustainability

Sep 26, 2024

by HFM Staff

HFM News

DNV changes its accreditation process

The accrediting organization updated its surveying requirements for documentation access and review

Dec 15, 2024 By ASHE Staff

Construction professionals using virtual reality headset

Embracing your inner innovator

A recap of the 10 power skills that will drive innovation in 2025 and beyond

Dec 15, 2024 By Adam Bazer, MPD

Improved OR design can lead to reduced costs

Recent study published in the HERD Journal demonstrates how OR layout can contribute to reduced surgery duration

Dec 13, 2024 By John McCormack

Web Exclusives

Enhancing health care facility safety

The role of design and commissioning in infection prevention and control

Nov 13, 2024 By Nicole Imeson, P.L. (Eng.)

Chemically compatible plumbing in health care environments

For health care settings, the chemical resistance of thermoplastic plumbing materials is vital

Nov 7, 2024 By Charlotte Pipe and Foundry

Managing multiple interests in facilities management

Best practices for health systems when choosing to work with external partner organizations

Nov 5, 2024 By Laurie Anseth

Design Spotlight

A view of a nurse's station in a hospital bordered by hallways decorated with brightly colored graphic elements

Elevating patient and caregiver experience through interior design

Pediatric hospital enhances wayfinding and inclusivity with graphical elements

Nov 6, 2024 By Landon Hegedus

Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital – Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Campus

A new paradigm for pediatric care

Utah hospital designed to support young patients’ physical and mental well-being alike

Oct 16, 2024 By HFM Staff

A cardiac care destination

An expansive heart care facility put Iowa’s Mercy Medical Center on the map

Aug 15, 2024 By HFM Staff

Inside HFM

Gratitude for a banner year

Outgoing ASHE President ASHE Skanda Skandaverl reflects on great strides made by the organization and its members in 2024

Dec 6, 2024 By Skanda Skandaverl

Interview

Building the future of nurses in design

Kristina Krail, president of the Nursing Institute for Healthcare Design, recounts her diverse career from caregiving roles through health care leadership consulting

Dec 11, 2024 By Jamie Morgan

Member News

Finding and hiring qualified professionals

Collaborative training and education programs can help to overcome workforce development issues

Dec 19, 2024 By Lisa Walt, Ph.D.

Codes & Standards

NFPA standards open for public comment

Plus: The Joint Commission updates life safety standards, IAHSS updates drug diversion guideline, CMS updates signage on patient rights

Oct 3, 2024 By HFM Staff

Field Report

Rockfon ceiling panels were used throughout lobbies, patient rooms and exam rooms at the new Friese Family Tower in Tarzana, Calif.

Ceiling solution heightens comfort

Hospital opts for ceiling tiles that blend a natural appearance with high noise reduction properties

Oct 9, 2024 By HFM Staff

Products

Plumbing manufacturers meet hospital demands

New products address infection control, sustainability and the need for automation

Jun 28, 2024 By Neal Lorenzi

Results of the 2024 Hospital Operations Survey

Specialty hospital growth and evolution

After the emergency response is over . . .

ASHE celebrates top members, facilities and organizations

HFM News

DNV changes its accreditation process

Embracing your inner innovator

Improved OR design can lead to reduced costs

Web Exclusives

Enhancing health care facility safety

Chemically compatible plumbing in health care environments

Managing multiple interests in facilities management

Popular Articles

Top 10 physical environment findings

Interior surface options for health care facilities

Maintenance practices for all-electric utilities

Design Spotlight

Elevating patient and caregiver experience through interior design

A new paradigm for pediatric care

A cardiac care destination

Inside HFM

Gratitude for a banner year

Interview

Building the future of nurses in design

Member News

Finding and hiring qualified professionals

Codes & Standards

NFPA standards open for public comment

Field Report

Ceiling solution heightens comfort

Products

Plumbing manufacturers meet hospital demands

Specialty hospital growth and evolution

Helping health care facilities do less with less

ASHE successfully defends remote inspection vote