FACILITY DESIGN GUIDES
TREATMENT ROOMS
Regenerative Medicine
1min
The key areas of a medical treatment room design should prioritize patient comfort, safety, and accessibility, together with efficient workflow for healthcare professionals. Here are the important aspects to consider:
- Room Layout: A well-organized layout ensures easy movement for healthcare professionals, clear access to equipment and supplies, and patient comfort. Make sure to have enough space around the examination/treatment table for healthcare workers to perform their duties.
- Lighting: Sufficient lighting is essential for proper examination and treatment of patients. Make use of a combination of natural and artificial light sources. Overhead lights, task lights, and adjustable examination lamps are recommended.
- Color and Finishes: Choose colors and finishes that promote a calming atmosphere while also being easy to maintain and disinfect. Neutral and light colors are preferable. Use durable, stain-resistant materials for furniture and upholstery.
- Examination/Treatment Table: Choose a comfortable, adjustable examination or treatment table with suitable cushioning and support. Some tables come with integrated storage for better organization of supplies.
- Storage and Organization: Plan adequate storage for medical equipment and supplies, ensuring they are easily accessible and well-organized. This may include cabinets, shelves, or mobile storage units.
- Ventilation and Temperature Control: Ensure proper air circulation and maintain an appropriate room temperature to provide comfort for patients and healthcare professionals.
- Sanitation and Hygiene: Facilitate easy cleaning and maintain high sanitary standards through the use of easily disinfected materials and finishes. Consider touchless waste receptacles and hand sanitizing stations.
- Safety Features: Install safety features such as handrails for patients, emergency call systems, and slip-resistant flooring.
- Privacy: Provide privacy for the patient with curtains or room dividers, and use window treatments like blinds or frosted glass to ensure privacy without blocking natural light.
- Accessibility: Design the room with universal accessibility in mind to accommodate the needs of patients with disabilities, mobility impairments, or special requirements. This may include incorporating wider doorways and adjustable treatment tables.