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Dorothea J Worley¹, Sharon E Hohler

¹Saint Francis Medical Center, Cape Girardeau, MO, USA.

|December 5, 2008

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Planning and collaboration are key for successful operating room (OR) renovation projects. This case study details a multiphase OR renovation, offering insights for future facility upgrades.

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Area of Science:

Healthcare Facility Design
Surgical Suite Engineering

Background:

Operating room (OR) renovations are complex projects requiring meticulous planning.
Effective collaboration among surgeons, hospital staff, and vendors is crucial for success.

Purpose of the Study:

To provide a detailed account of a multiphase OR renovation project.
To offer practical information and tools for facilities undertaking similar renovations.

Main Methods:

A multiphase renovation project was undertaken at Saint Francis Medical Center.
Key considerations included electrical infrastructure and technology integration.

Main Results:

The project involved detailed planning for elements such as electrical outlet placement.
Integration of advanced technologies was a significant aspect of the renovation.

Conclusions:

The Saint Francis Medical Center OR renovation serves as a valuable case study.
Facilities planning OR renovations can utilize the provided information and tools for successful project execution.