Medical institutions are among the most complex types of institutions in terms of design and architecture. And hence, the intervention of Hospital Construction Consultants proves to be a necessity in making the hospital interesting and viable.
They must not only diagnose and treat patients, solve administrative and economic tasks, provide comfortable conditions for patients, but also respond to various fire safety standards and sanitary and epidemiological requirements.
For a long time, functionality was considered a defining criterion in Hospital Construction in India. But in the last decade, architects have made a breakthrough in this area, proving that thoughtful architecture and design, without sacrificing functionality, have a greater impact on the patient’s condition and the work of doctors.
Experts agree that the future belongs to clinics, the appearance of which is more like a residential building than a hospital in our traditional view. The hospital environment is conducive to patient care.
The concept of “humanization” of medical institutions is gradually taking root. It is no secret that in a number of cases the material and technical condition of the medical facility puts the patient into an even greater state of anxiety, and the administrative regime of staying in it resembles, if not a prison, then an institution of especially strict regime.
Humanization is aimed at reducing anxiety, stress, and psychological discomfort in patients both from their stay in a medical institution and from the treatment process.
Much attention is paid to the issues of better adaptation to the conditions of the hospital and understanding by the patient of the treatment prescribed to him.
Orientation in the hospital
It has been proven that the possibility of self-orientation in the hospital is a very important factor for the patient. The realization that he can navigate through its territory, using signs or other conditional landmarks, gives the patient a sense of confidence and reduces stress.
The best medicine for the patient is the desire to live, to be independent of others, and to do the usual things on your own.
Separate room
A separate room not only gives the patient the necessary personal space but also allows frequent visits from friends and relatives, which in some cases plays a decisive role.
Placing patients in separate wards reduces the risk of nosocomial infection and reduces errors by medical personnel.
Aesthetics
The use of natural materials and daylight where possible, the imitation of a comfortable home environment, a beautiful view from the window, fresh flowers, filling the interior of the clinic with art objects, paintings, and photographs on the walls, attention to detail – all this not only has a positive effect on the condition of patients, contributing to their speedy recovery but is also an important marketing tool.
Noise in the background
Another issue that attracts the attention of architects and designers is the reduction of noise levels in medical facilities.
Often, patients cannot sleep well in the hospital due to the constant opening and closing of doors and the noise of appliances, while sleep is a critical aspect of recovery, and noisy environments increase stress levels for patients. With Hospital Architecture Design & Planning India, it becomes easier for hospital owners to build a hospital that is able to satisfy the needs of patients and make visitors feel comfortable and safe.