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TA K E F I V E

GEORGE HURLEY

The leader of DPR Construction's national
healthcare core market in San Jose, Calif.,
discusses the top five trends and issues getting
his attention right now
1. MAKING ROOM FOR WELLNESS

Wellness is being incorporated into healthcare in a variety of ways, including walking paths, natural lighting, therapeutic art, and spaces that
encourage movement. At Shriners Hospital for Children Medical Center
in Pasadena, Calif., designers used daylight, interactive screens, and access to outdoor spaces to support the healing environment. The idea is
that healthier buildings mean healthier people.
2 . P R E PA R I N G F O R T E C H N O L O G Y

Imagine being able to monitor glucose levels just by looking at a
"tattoo" on a patient's arm or selecting and replacing disease-causing
genes. Technology is making these ideas possible today and redefining
healthcare delivery in the future. These advancements can result
in shorter patient stays, increased diagnosis accuracy, proactive
care, improved health system efficiency, and cost-effective medical
management. Healthcare design and construction must be nimble to
respond to these rapid changes in technology and their inevitable effects
on healthcare delivery and design.
3 . P R E FA B R I C AT I O N A N D M O D U L A R I Z AT I O N

Healthcare's increased need for cost control and speed to market
is bringing solutions like prefabrication and modularization to
the forefront. Recently at Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in
Jacksonville, Fla., the project team was challenged to design and deliver
a 124-foot, 150-ton pedestrian bridge over a critical roadway. The team
prefabricated and erected the bridge in sections off-site and completed
the installation during one weekend, saving time and labor costs.
4 . AT T R A C T I N G D I V E R S E PAT I E N T S

More than ever, today's patients, whether baby boomers, Generation X,
or millennials, are empowered to compare the cost of care and a health
system's brand when considering where to seek services or which
provider to choose. Ultimately, consumers want more options, better
value, and increased convenience. Design and construction should focus
on the patient as a consumer and a facility's ability to serve the unique
needs of its community. Brand and amenities will attract patients making
choices for their health services.
5 . F O C U S O N S A F E T Y D U R I N G R E N O VA T I O N S

Renovating an existing healthcare facility requires specific technical
expertise to adhere to patient, staff, and builder safety, according to an
infection control risk assessment. It's important to frequently review
infection control procedures and best practices, such as determining the
class of infection control by looking at patient risk groups and the type
of construction, and implementing mitigation techniques. With more
consumer awareness of healthcare-acquired infections and how disease
spreads, this is more vital than ever.

NOVEMBER 2018

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