Healthcare is an ever-evolving industry considering the advancement that keeps emerging in terms of technology, innovative treatments & medical crises. Also, These new technologies & treatments need a transformative environment that the former or old hospital/medical setups cannot hold up to and to ensure every need of a medical procedure and doctors are met, to deliver successful results renovation plays a key role.  

One of the key examples of why it is important to transform healthcare setups is the Coronavirus or COVID-19. It has left a huge example and lesson for the entire world to put into notice the unpreparedness of the healthcare industry, its infrastructure & the capacity to accommodate and handle pandemics and emergency future health crises as such.

Renovation of pre-existing medical/healthcare setups is a huge challenge; hospital facilities need to take an extreme level of caution without hampering the safety and other medical activities of the hospital. A robust plan that meets the future goals without leaving any damage on other active care settings has to be pulled out. So, here are our top tips to unravel the many challenges that one may face while renovating a pre-existing healthcare setup:

1. Stay Informer and keep in informed:

Running a successful hospital is a team effort, each department from doctors to staff and security every person has the right to know and must know the changes that the physical space of the hospital may have to undergo considering the most vital aspect of safety. Secondly, no one knows the premises better than the staff, talking to the staff & other members will not only ease challenges but also unravel unknown challenges.

2. Seek professional help (Architects and engineers):

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Leverage the deep understanding of professionals, their knowledge, and expertise to create reliable and sustainable healthcare environments. Make use of engineers and designers/architects to understand and assess the operational efficiency of the premises. Aspects such as

• Layout
• Safety and security of both staff and patients
• Building systems, such as mechanical, HVAC, and electrical
• Resources and reserves
• Funds
• Hospital space efficiency

A clear understanding of such aspects will help identify and rectify challenges and build a much better system for the future.

3. Take an eco-friendly approach:

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The green or eco-friendly approach is a new standard for hospitals that must be met and there’s no raising questions on that because of its many benefits. Making use of natural and recycled materials, energy-efficient lighting systems & medical equipment, and the use of tech-enhanced renewable energy systems and much more will deliver both short- and long-term benefits.

Also, the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is a global committee to recognizes green buildings and verifies them. Its certification is a sign of health and less stress placed on the environment. It marks energy-efficient and more cost-effective facilities.

4. Financial capacity:

Once you’ve done strategizing your plan make sure your plans align with the fund’s capacity. Try to prioritize aspects that cannot be done without a renovation and first dedicate funds for those things. Secondly, analyze the renovation spaces that won’t put a pause on the ongoing activities in the hospital to avoid a pause on the income flow, thirdly emphasize areas & services that are making you lose money and first make changes there and last, fix the budget and gauge construction financing needs.

5. Space Efficiency:

Making enough space and leaving enough space are both vital. Considering the current situation, we are all in is important to leave room for safe breathing and develop an environment for patients & staff where they feel safe. Also, leave enough space for any future medical crisis wherein you may have to find space good enough to dedicate an entire department.

Conclusion

Without a well-built hospital set-up, it is both going to be a hazardous place to work and an inefficient place to carry out successful medical treatments. Renovating existing facilities and systems improves the overall performance of the hospital and patients. For a win-win strategy understand the evolutionary dynamics of the healthcare industry and implement plans accordingly, make sure all your changes and conditions are put into place so that your vision & objective are met.

Hospertz are professionals who specialize in renovating and building evolving healthcare facilities. If you are planning so, we can help bring your dream project to life.

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