Architectural Solutions for Modern Medical Imaging
Morris A. Stein, FAIA, FACHA
Summary
The design of the modern medical imaging department must meet several seemingly divergent
needs. It must accommodate highly technical medical equipment that is generally large, heavy,
and noisy—with extensive infrastructure and shielding requirements. It must also create a safe,
pleasant, and efficient work environment for staff. Last but not least, it must comfort patients
who are likely anxious or scared. Several new developments in medicine and architecture are
influencing the design of medical imaging facilities. Recent trends and science impact building
planning, design, and construction in any radiology setting. An understanding of what has
changed—and what has not—is essential to developing safe, productive, and comfortable
imaging departments and outpatient imaging centers.
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