Acronyms
JCAHO
Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations: A private, nonprofit organization that evaluates and accredits healthcare organizations in the United States.
What is Lisa's nationality?
Taiwanese.
What design principle is crucial in healthcare facilities to ensure patients, especially those with mobility impairments, can move easily and safely?
Universal design is crucial in healthcare facilities to ensure accessibility and ease of movement for all patients, including those with mobility impairments.
What is the primary purpose of a negative pressure room in a healthcare facility?
A negative pressure room is designed to prevent the spread of airborne contaminants by keeping potentially harmful particles contained within the room, ensuring that air flows into the room but not out of it.
How old is MSKCC?
MSKCC was founded in 1884, making it 140 years old.
AIA
American Institute of Architects: A professional organization for architects in the United States.
What was Janet's previous career?
Carpenter.
In healthcare architectural design, what term describes spaces designed to reduce patient stress and promote healing by incorporating nature and natural light?
Biophilic design describes spaces that incorporate nature and natural light to reduce patient stress and promote healing.
What is the typical height requirement for ceiling clearance in hospital patient rooms to accommodate medical equipment and proper air circulation?
The typical height requirement for ceiling clearance in hospital patient rooms is at least 9 feet.
What was MSKCC's original name?
New York Cancer Hospital.
GMP
Guaranteed Maximum Price: A contractual agreement between a contractor and project owner that sets a maximum cost for the construction work of a project.
What did Ryan win in our PM meeting raffle?
$25 Amazon gift card.
What is the purpose of "wayfinding" in the design of healthcare facilities?
The purpose of wayfinding in healthcare facilities is to help patients, visitors, and staff navigate the building efficiently and reduce confusion through the use of clear signage, maps, color coding, and other navigational aids.
In healthcare construction, what is the significance of using antimicrobial materials for surfaces and finishes?
Antimicrobial materials help reduce the risk of infections by inhibiting the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi on surfaces, which is crucial in maintaining a sterile environment in healthcare settings.
How many inpatient beds do we have at MSKCC?
514.
PCA
Project Contract Addendum:
What was the address of our last office?
307 E 63rd Street
What is the importance of using materials with antimicrobial properties in healthcare architectural design?
Using materials with antimicrobial properties is important in healthcare architectural design to help prevent the spread of infections by inhibiting the growth of harmful microorganisms on surfaces.
What building code is most commonly referenced for healthcare facility construction in the United States?
The Facility Guidelines Institute's (FGI) Guidelines for Design and Construction of Hospitals and Outpatient Facilities is the most commonly referenced building code for healthcare facility construction in the United States.
In 2023, how many outpatient visits took place?
1,002,260.
Infection Control Risk Assessment: A process that identifies risks to patients and controls to reduce them.
Who in our department has worked at MSKCC the longest?
Donna Sbriglia-DeChecchi.
What is Evidence Based Design?
Evidence Based Design is the process of basing decisions about the built environment on credible research to achieve the best possible outcomes.
What is NFPA 99?
NFPA 99 is the Health Care Facilities Code, which establishes criteria for levels of health care services or systems based on risk to the patients, staff, or visitors in health care facilities to minimize the hazards of fire, explosion, and electricity.
What does the MSKCC logo represent?
The MSKCC logo of the arrow with 3 cross bars represents (from top to bottom) Research, Treatment, and Teaching.