Lucy Brun – EDAC Accredited

At the recent Health Design conference in Orlando, Agnew Peckham Partner, Lucy Brun, successfully wrote the Evidence based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC) exam. EDAC tests individuals’ understanding of how to apply credible research evidence and project evaluation results to healthcare building planning and design decisions. Agnew Peckham brings this knowledge and experience to our work in facility assessment, clinical planning, detailed functional programming and transitional planning with health care organizations across Canada and internationally. Congratulations Lucy.

Organization of space in AP functional programs validated in LEAN^TM reviews

Two clients have recently applied LEAN TM (or similar) methodology to proposed floorplans based on our functional programs. We’re pleased to report that in both cases the organization of space was supported in the process review. In one facility, there were no changes. In the second, two imaging rooms were located with the emergency department based on expected volumes.

Our programming team works with the users to incorporate opportunities to re-think current service delivery models and ensure new and emerging strategies can be developed through the process. Our functional programs facilitate the development of efficient systems and the effective organization of space to support safe and efficient patient, staff and material flows and to accommodate evolving models of practice/technology.

A Big Year for Business Cases

Ontario’s capital planning cycle for health care organizations provides an annual window of opportunity for review/consideration of stage one capital planning submissions, also known as business cases.

In 2009, Agnew Peckham led integrated planning teams for 6 healthcare projects and participated in several others.

An effective business case provides a compelling argument for the need for redevelopment and demonstrates that the proposed redevelopment strategy is the most responsible and resource-effective solution and reflective of a longer term strategy for the site. Agnew Peckham excels in ensuring: alternative service delivery models are thoroughly explored at both the program and the organizational level, the program requirements are effectively interpreted in the development and evaluation of options, and the outcome/preferred option is a viable solution in the short and long term interests of the community.