Episodios

  • S2 E2 – Built Environment Impacts on Operations and the Patient Experience

    S2 E2 – Built Environment Impacts on Operations and the Patient Experience
    Sep 6 2024
    Woven into any patient’s health care experience is the environment in which they are treated. Questions about cleanliness and quietude appear on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey; the results of which determine how much funding is provided (or removed) from health care facilities by CMS. In this episode, recorded at ASHE’s Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference last month (July 2024), guests Jeff O’Neill and Kathy Easter, both of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, engage in discussion about where the patient experience and the Guidelines (soon to be the FGI Facility Code) intersect. Sponsored by: American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE): Optimizing health care facilities Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/s2-e2-built-environment-impacts-on-operations-and-the-patient-experience Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/ Connect with us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter)
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    34 m
  • S2 E1 – What’s New in the 2026 FGI Facility Code Drafts

    S2 E1 – What’s New in the 2026 FGI Facility Code Drafts
    Aug 2 2024
    This is your chance to weigh in! The change in title from the 2022 Guidelines for Design and Construction documents to the 2026 FGI Facility Code documents is one of several changes you will see during the 2026 draft public comment period (now through September 30, 2024). For this episode, John Williams and Leah Hummel sit down with Bridget McDougall for an overview of the draft changes discussed as part of a presentation they gave at the Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference in Anaheim, CA. From new chapters to revised requirements, hear about the language that you have an opportunity to comment on before the next edition is published in early 2026. Note: This episode was recorded on July 20, 2024, while at ASHE’s Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference in Anaheim, CA. Sponsored by: American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE): Optimizing health care facilities Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/s2e1-whats-new-in-the-2026-fgi-facility-code-drafts Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/ Connect with us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter)
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    35 m
  • BONUS: Between the Lines – with ASHE

    BONUS: Between the Lines – with ASHE
    Jul 25 2024
    Not an ASHE member? Didn’t attend the HCFI conference? This episode is also for you! In this bonus episode (recorded at the Health Care Facilities Innovation Conference in Anaheim, California on July 21, 2024), hosts John Williams and Bridget McDougall sit down with Leah Hummel, senior associate director of the American Society for Health Care Engineering’s (ASHE) advocacy team, to discuss the importance of reviewing and commenting on the 2026 draft FGI Facility Code documents. Leah and John touch on the presentations they’re giving at the conference, and Leah talks about the one thing she’s always stressing to ASHE members regarding FGI and the code documents. NOTE: Look for the first episode of Season 2 (released Friday, August 2, to hear an overview of the changes in the 2026 draft! Sponsored by: American Society for Health Care Engineering (ASHE): Optimizing Health Care Facilities Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/bonus-between-the-lines-with-ashe/ Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/ Connect with us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter)
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    19 m
  • E10 – Designing Care Spaces with Our Future Selves in Mind: Jane Rohde

    E10 – Designing Care Spaces with Our Future Selves in Mind: Jane Rohde
    Jun 14 2024
    Jane Rohde is affectionately known in FGI circles as “the mother of the Residential Guidelines.” Her passion for residential health care facility design and advocacy for the aging and vulnerable populations led to the inclusion of residential health, care, and support facilities in the Guidelines documents beginning with the 2018 edition. In this episode, Jane explains how nursing homes, initially intended for short-term care, evolved into a care model that often widens the gap between “those who have and those who have not.” Jane further emphasizes the need for community-centric design, pointing to common design mistakes including poor acoustics in large spaces, inappropriate lighting disrupting circadian rhythms, and lack of contrast in colors leading to falls. Jane also shares why a detailed functional programming process, engaging community stakeholders to identify service gaps and needs, is “the nitty gritty” that she loves the most.” Sponsored by: The Facility Guidelines Institute: The keystone to health care planning, design, and construction Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/e10-designing-care-spaces-with-our-future-selves-in-mind-jane-rohde/ Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/ Connect with us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter)
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    32 m
  • E9 – Ding! Ding! A Toast to Residential Care Dining Spaces: Addie Abushousheh

    E9 – Ding! Ding! A Toast to Residential Care Dining Spaces: Addie Abushousheh
    May 24 2024
    Addie Abushousheh shares her insights on the evolution of residential health, care, and support facility design and construction, particularly focusing on the role kitchen and dining spaces have in enhancing residents’ quality of life. Key points include shifts in language to empower residents, the importance of various kitchen types for autonomy, and the significance of dining areas for socialization and therapy. Addie highlights new language in the upcoming 2026 draft Guidelines for Design and Construction of Residential Health, Care, and Support Facilities document, emphasizing the intent to support choice for both those building these facilities and the people calling them home. Sponsored by: Specified Technologies, Inc. (STI): Your partner in barrier management solutions. Link to show notes https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/e9-ding-ding-a-toast-to-residential-care-dining-spaces-addie-abushousheh Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/ Connect with us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter)
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    34 m
  • E8 – The Sound of Silence: Mandy Kachur

    E8 – The Sound of Silence: Mandy Kachur
    May 10 2024
    Unless you’re an expert in acoustics, it’s likely the acoustic-related requirements in the Guidelines read like a foreign language. Acoustic engineer Mandy Kachur joins hosts John and Bridget to not only talk about the impact noise can have on patient care, but also turn a complex topic into a digestible concept. Various acoustic tables in the Guidelines are explained, touching on speech privacy, speech intelligibility, exterior noise control, and sound isolation. Mandy also cautions designers about the easiest mistake to avoid before the threat of costly retrofits and explains how reducing noise in patient care spaces can be directly tied to reimbursement. Sponsored by: Specified Technologies, Inc.: Your partner in barrier management solutions. Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/e8-the-sound-of-silence-mandy-kachur/ Learn more about AIA self-reporting LUs: https://fgiguidelines.org/aia-self-reporting-lus/ Connect with us on LinkedIn and X (Twitter)
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    35 m
  • E7 – Is Part 1 of the Guidelines Optional? —John Williams and Bridget McDougall

    E7 – Is Part 1 of the Guidelines Optional? —John Williams and Bridget McDougall
    Apr 12 2024

    In this week’s episode, Bridget and John discuss the intricacies of design and construction standards as they unravel both the misconceptions and the significance of Part 1 of the Guidelines for Design and Construction. Exploring topics ranging from risk assessments to equipment specifications, they offer valuable perspectives on navigating building codes, emphasizing the importance of thorough planning and collaborative discussions. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a curious observer, their conversation captivates and informs, leaving you with a deeper understanding of the complexities inherent in the planning, design, and construction of health care facilities.

    This episode is sponsored by Northstar Management Company: "Smart Builds Start With Us."

    Link to show notes: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/e7-is-part-1-of-the-guidelines-optional-john-williams-and-bridget-mcdougall

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    31 m
  • E6 – It’s Electric! (Receptacles): Krista Biason

    E6 – It’s Electric! (Receptacles): Krista Biason
    Mar 22 2024

    In this episode, Bridget and John enter the world of electrical receptacles in patient care areas with electrical engineer expert Krista Biason. They simplify complex regulations, dig into related Guidelines minimum requirements, and emphasize the importance of inclusive planning for functional, patient-centered spaces. Krista's expertise shines as she explains technical nuances, from distinguishing between critical and essential branches to discussing emerging technologies like USB charger outlets. The trio's candid exchanges inject humor, making the topic engaging, as they stress the need for flexible designs that balance functionality with adaptability.

    This episode is sponsored by Northstar Management Company: "Smart Builds Start With Us."

    Link to blog: https://fgiguidelines.org/podcast/e6-its-electric-receptacles-krista-biason

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    33 m