Jamie Morgan
Articles
Architecture, Operational Excellence, Safety and Security
Tech talk: Tools to improve emergency response, reduce falls and speed up the design process
High-tech innovations break down communication barriers to improve patient safety and experience.
Architecture
Study looks into how design affects communication in outpatient facilities
Researchers have developed a few strategies to spark interaction between staff and patients.
Construction, Facility Engineering, Compliance and Operations
AHA president addresses hospitals' critical role in the community
Also this week: HHS awards $260 million to develop health care infrastructure, CMS adopts new fire safety codes.
Products, Infection Prevention Products, Cleaning Products
Solutions
On our radar, automated disinfection and laundry products.
Architecture
HKS first architectural firm to join Center for Health Organization Transformation
The group plans to dig into how design can help to support new care delivery models.
Architecture
CDC, OSHA issue guidance to protect workers from Zika
Also this week: Comment period for medical device maintenance rule extended and CDC investigates adverse effects of disinfection product.
Facility Engineering
Tech talk: Virtual reality, tracking patient moves and video monitoring
High-tech innovations give medical professionals better visibility in patient care.
Architecture, Construction
New Memorial Hermann hospital marks milestone in systemwide expansion
The 64-bed facility expands the health system’s reach in the Houston area.
Compliance and Operations
Hospital honored for efforts to reduce radiological threats in health care
Also this week: NFPA launches new certification, and mapping project reveals environments in which Zika thrives.
Architecture, Operational Excellence, Safety and Security
Integrating security into design of new facilities
Does your health care organization consult with security personnel during preconstruction of new projects?.