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    Trustee : the Journal for Hospital Governing Boards
    |April 12, 1979
    PubMed
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    Expanding existing hospital facilities is often more cost-effective than new construction. This analysis details various expansion options, outlining their pros and cons for informed decision-making.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Administration
    • Hospital Planning
    • Construction Management

    Background:

    • Hospitals face increasing financial pressures, necessitating cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
    • Traditional new construction can be prohibitively expensive, prompting exploration of alternatives.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of various hospital facility expansion strategies.
    • To guide healthcare facilities in making informed decisions regarding infrastructure development.

    Main Methods:

    • Review and description of multiple hospital expansion alternatives.
    • Delineation of the benefits and liabilities associated with each expansion method.

    Main Results:

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  • Expansion of existing hospital facilities presents a viable and often advantageous alternative to new builds.
  • Each expansion strategy offers a unique set of benefits and drawbacks that must be weighed.

    • Conclusions:

    • The optimal hospital construction choice involves a thorough evaluation of all available expansion alternatives.
    • Collaborative decision-making among hospital stakeholders, architects, and contractors is crucial for successful facility expansion.