Trying to operate a cardiology group practice with 24 cardiologists in five separate facilities was a logistical nightmare for The Heart Center, in Huntsville, Alabama. In an effort to consolidate operations, become more efficient and accommodate more growth in the...
PROJECT CATEGORY Single Space or Feature (completed January 2000) CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR Ton Joosten, GE Medical Systems Canada, (905) 567-2177 FIRM Montgomery Sisam Architects, Inc., (416) 364-8079 DESIGN TEAM Robert Davies, Principal; Martin Dolan, Associate; Amin...
This 500,000-square-foot Comprehensive Cancer Center contains radiation therapy, infusion therapy, inpatient beds, research facilities, operating rooms, recovery and surgical intensive care beds, and ancillary support services. The hospital's previous Oncology Center...
Project Category Remodel/Renovation (completed September 2000) CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR George Mejias, Director of Design and Construction FIRM Jeffrey Berman Architect, (212) 967-3400 DESIGN TEAM Jeffrey Berman, Principal; William Nathans, Associate; Lucy Riederer...
While today's cancer centers need to accommodate new treatment technology, the treatment itself has become broad-based and truly personalized. Cancer treatment encompasses procedures that both enhance and support elements of the patient's well-being. These elements...
The staff in the Complex Continuing Care unit provides long-term care for patients with a number of serious, often chronic, illnesses. The length of stay varies from a few months to several years, so providing a comfortable “homelike” environment and close interaction...
The existing Palliative Care Unit was located on the first floor of a 1930s structure. This facility was renovated and a new addition built in front. The Palliative Care Building is located on the shore of the Chesapeake Bay and has spectacular views. The client's...
“Although the premise that physical environment affects well-being reflects common sense, evidence-based design is poised to emulate evidence-based medicine as a central tenet for healthcare in the 21st century.” —Colin Martin This quote from The Lancet, a wellknown...
The original 68,000-square-foot Cancer Institute was a collaborative effort among seven University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Affiliated Hospitals, combining outpatient clinical care and cancer research. In less than five years, it was designated as a...
This project enabled the hospital to establish a fresh image, conveying its priorities, culture and objectives, while communicating a dedication to high-tech diagnostics and clinical services in Central Sterile, OR, Radiology and ED (CORE). The enhancement of patient...
Enriching the mind, body and spirit of its 425 residents was just one of the objectives this Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) sought to accomplish by adding a new wellness center to its 44-acre campus. The center features an expanded and more operationally...
PROJECT CATEGORY Project in Progress (September 2002) CHIEF ADMINISTRATOR Harvey Holzberg, President and CEO, (732) 828-3000 FIRM Rothe-Johnson-Fantacone, LLC, (732) 287-3800, ext. 205 DESIGN TEAM Irving Leong, AIA, Project Architect; Thomas A. Fantacone, AIA, Design...
