As health systems zero in on outpatient strategies, many communities are seeing a rise in freestanding emergency departments (FSEDs) and urgent care centers. Thoughtful design of these facilities can improve both the patient experience and the efficiency of clinical operations. In a recent article with Becker’s Hospital Review, Senior Vice President Luis Cano, AIA, LEED AP, discussed key design considerations for outpatient care, emphasizing how thoughtful, flexible layouts, technology integration, and front-line staff input contribute to success.
Read the article, entitled “Building better care: How facility design is shaping the future of outpatient care,” online here.
