HFM News

SUSTAINABILITY
Illinois hospital credits its energy-efficiency success to operational, capital and preventive-maintenance projects.
DESIGN
The seven-story Norris Healthcare Center consolidates several services to facilitate integrated care.
OPERATIONS
Center combines key operations like bed management, patient transport and environmental services.
TRENDS
Acuity-adaptable rooms, virtual reality and microhospitals make this year’s list of trends.
CODES + STANDARDS
Special consideration should be given to emergency departments and locations where at-risk patients are treated.
CODES & STANDARDS
ASHE weighs in on interpretations regarding revised Conditions of Participation for corridor doors.
CODES & STANDARDS
Association has granted provisional status for the standard and will close the comment period Feb. 23.
DESIGN
CCRM has developed design and branding guidelines to achieve consistent patient satisfaction in each location.
ENGINEERING
Donated photovoltaic system allows children's hospital to resume operations.
PLANNING
Researchers dive into design strategies for mental and behavioral health centers.