HFM News
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.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
mWorks program trains professionals for careers in environmental services, dietary and patient transport.
CONSTRUCTION
Weed Army Community Hospital achieves LEED Platinum, carbon neutral and net zero energy output.
SUSTAINABILITY
100-kilowatt solar array will offset power needs, provide emergency backup power.