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Communication is always a buzzword being utilized in any profession, because of its influence on productivity and outcomes. Ineffective communication contributes to lost time, misunderstanding, strained relationships, and inhibits future communication. In health care communication is even more critical because it is not numbers, buildings, or sales targets that are the ultimate goal, it is people; patients and their health. Good, bad, or nonexistent communication has been shown to impact the patient’s outcome. (more...)

“If you don’t get it while you are in there when you go home good luck.”

Mary age 74 who suffers from congestive heart failure, coronary disease, high blood pressure had stomach surgery and spinal fusion. She has been in emergency, the hospital and rehabilitation.

“Following you home that never occurred and you know a whole lot can happen between leaving the hospital and getting home.”

Louis age 77 who has congestive heart failure coronary disease, arthritis, gout and memory loss. He has been in the hospital and a skilled nursing facility 3 times each.

Originally tested on congestive heart failure patients the Transitional Care Model was developed by Dr. Mary Naylor. The model employs master’s prepared advanced practice nurses experienced in providing comprehensive acute care and community based services. This nurse is knowledgeable about national standards of care delivery, and works with a physician. (more...)

The Healthy Hospital Movement, or Practice Greenhealth movememnt, are emerging as the healthcare industries way to reduce emissions. The movements are being led by cutting edge designers and healthcare practitioners who seek to minimize the impact of hospitals on the environment.

As a recently new phenomenon, this movement reflects the current trend in the developed world to reduce the degradation of the earth, and to maintain and the environment rather than plunder it for human recreation and consumption. The current discourse on environmentalism and sustainable development has reached the ears of architects and designers looking to implement green initiatives in hospitals. The emphasis on energy efficiency, green cleaning, and Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is resulting in a healthier atmosphere for patients, and a better future for our world.

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