The influence of telehealth and the built environment in today’s mental healthcare climate
In 2021, on the first day of February, my family of four became a family of three. Liam, my 15-year-old son, had the world at his feet; a great student, boy scout, multi-sport athlete, kind friend, leader, amazing big brother and an energetic soul. Despite the endless list of reasons to love his life, he made the decision to end it. Read More …
The design of healthcare centers are continually evolving to match the needs of communities. These designs must adequately address the vast range of experiences that a diverse population represents, including generational diversity. Facilities designed with all community members in mind allow for a community-centric approach to healthcare. Read More …
As we move into 2020, the trends in healthcare design we will see emerge, gain momentum and evolve will have much to do with the changing needs of the modern patient. Today’s patient is busier than ever, and expects a level of convenience to all aspects of their care that was never possible before. As a result, we will see an upswing in flexible, Read More …
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs recently celebrated its latest telehealth innovation at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6786 in Eureka, Montana, with the grand opening of the first VA Accessing Telehealth through Local Area Stations site which will benefit up to 300 veterans living in that community. Read More …
Thanks to its cost-savings potential, negation of distance and time, delivery of easier access to healthcare specialists and technical wizardry, telemedicine is being hailed by many as a revolutionary force. At the very least, telemedicine interactions — which can take the form of live video interface between patients and practitioners, Read More …
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Ryan Rothacker, vice president of healthcare operations at Duke Realty, as well as other panelists, explored the benefits and challenges of new and emerging healthcare facility models such as micro-hospitals, retail clinics and telehealth. Read More …
The University of Minnesota recently unveiled the Wilf Family Center at University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital. Designed to be the intellectual center of children’s healthcare in the Midwest, the center is named in honor of the Wilf Family Foundation for its $5-million gift, made in December 2013, to build the center and support its initial operations. Read More …
