May 2015
Health Quest Plans New Inpatient Pavilion
POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. — Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie is preparing to build a seven-story inpatient pavilion, with a groundbreaking scheduled for May 2016.
Addressing Hospital Facility Service Challenges
OVIEDO, Fla. — For health care buildings, facility services are a challenging and necessary component to providing care for patients. Health care facilities need to ensure they are in compliance with the latest regulatory standards and be able to maintain operations within a financially stable environment.
Ambulatory Surgery Centers Boost New Jersey Economy
PARSIPPANY, N.J. — New Jersey’s ambulatory surgical center (ASC) industry has helped to contribute more than $3 billion to the state’s economy, according to a new study by the New Jersey Association of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (NJAASC).
The study surveyed 54 New Jersey ASCs to collect data on the number of employees, total operational expenses and taxes, and fees paid to the state.
West Georgia Health Joins WellStar Health System
LAGRANGE, Ga. — West Georgia Health, based in LaGrange, announced May 19 that it has agreed to join with Marietta, Ga.-based WellStar Health System.
Parkland Opens New Community Health Clinic
DALLAS — Parkland Health & Hospital System recently opened its newest Community Oriented Primary Care (COPC) clinic in Dallas. The Hatcher Station Health Center welcomed its first patients on May 19.
Jon Franklin
FKP Architects of Houston announced that Jon Franklin has rejoined the firm as senior vice president and senior architect. He will manage FKP’s team that is producing construction documents for the shell and core of the new $506 million Texas Children’s Hospital Pediatric Tower E expansion, a 19-story critical care addition that will house the relocated Texas Children’s Heart Center.
Walt Vernon
The Health Care Institute (HCI) appointed Walt Vernon, CEO of Mazzetti, to its board of directors. Vernon brings to this new role more than 30 years of experience working with health care clients of all sizes around the world to plan, design and operate their facilities. In addition to his work with Mazzetti, a national consulting and engineering firm headquartered in San Francisco, Vernon has served with a number of other industry organizations.
Crisis Preparedness and Compliance System
Lauren Innovations announces the launch of NaviGate Emergency, a cloud-based crisis preparedness and compliance system designed specifically for health care organizations. Available 24/7 from any Internet-enabled device, the innovative system efficiently aids hospitals, health systems and other health care organizations with meeting regulatory compliance mandates, while improving efficiencies related to overall safety, security and facilities management.
Heated Holding Equipment
Alto-Shaam heated holding equipment is a virtual time machine. Gentle Halo Heat keeps items hot, succulent and ready for hours. Food retains its natural moisture without the drying effects of fans or added humidity.