Promising Practices in Clinical Design

An estimated $10.5 billion in facility construction, renovation, and expansion between now and 2015 will need to be invested in U.S. Safety-Net Clinics in order to provide care to a growing uninsured population.

With significant funds allocated by the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, clinics now have an opportunity to rethink how to provide greater access to care, better patient experiences, and improved staff and organizational outcomes. However, the gap between funding and anticipated need will necessitate carefully planning. A series of new white papers address this gap and inform the clinic design process about key issues that support the built environment through evidence-based design.

This presentation will highlight critical issues, including healthcare interactions, patient flow, use of new technology, and the changing community needs that impact healthcare experiences and inform the planning and design of Safety-Net Clinics.

About the Speakers:

Dr. Anjali Joseph
Director of Research
The Center for Health Design

Ellen Taylor
Research Associate
The Center for Health Design