Construction Management of Healthcare Projects

A complete, practical guide to managing healthcare facility construction projects

Filled with best practices and the latest industry trends, Construction Management of Healthcare Projects describes the unique construction requirements of hospitals, including building components, specialized functions, codes, and regulations. Detailed case studies offer invaluable insight into the real-world application of the concepts presented. This authoritative resource provides in-depth information on how to safely and successfully deliver high-quality healthcare construction projects on time and within budget.

Coverage includes:

• Regulations and codes impacting hospitals
• Planning and predesign
• Project budgeting
• Business planning and pro formas
• Healthcare project financing
• Traditional delivery methods for healthcare projects
• Modern project delivery methods and alternate approaches
• The challenges of additions and renovations
• Mechanical and electrical systems in hospitals
• Medical technology and information systems
• Safety and infection control
• Commissioning of healthcare projects
• Occupying the project
• The future of healthcare construction

Preface

Chapter 1 : What is Different About Healthcare Construction
Chapter 2 : Regulations Affecting Healthcare Construction
Chapter 3 : Traditional Delivery Methods for Healthcare Construction
Chapter 4 : New Delivery Methods
Chapter 5 : Challenges Associated with Renovation of Existing Facilities
Chapter 6 : Specialized Mechanical, Electrical, and IT Systems for Hospitals
Chapter 7 : Unique Aspects of Construction of Healthcare Facilities-OR, MRI, CT
Chapter 8 : Safety and Infection Control
Chapter 9 : Best Practices in Healthcare Construction Management
Chapter 10 : Risk Management
Chapter 11 : Healthcare Project Financing

Index