Shaping the Future of Healthcare Spaces:

Trends in Design and Construction

With Expert Panelists:

Moderator: Jen Tregarthen, Lockton Companies
Panelist: Beth Nordstrom, Partner, BDH
Panelist: Heather Weerheim, Greiner Construction

Panelist: Joel Schurke, Intep, LLC

Thursday General Session:

This program explores how the healthcare industry is redesigning its spaces to prioritize wellness, safety and improve the overall experience for patients and professionals alike. Panelists will use case
to explore how innovative interior design and modular components at healthcare facilities are enhancing accessibility and adaptability, and reducing burnout. Furthermore, as safety continues
to be a top priority for the industry, this program will examine the evolution of safety measures in technology and building design to enhance patient and staff experience while also increasing efficiency.

 

Educational Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize the impact of interior design on patient and staff accessibility and safety in healthcare facilities.
  • Gain insights into the benefits of modular components in healthcare facilities, including improved efficiency and adaptability to meet changing needs.
  • Identify how the integration of hospitality spaces can address burnout among healthcare professionals and enhance patient care.
  • Discuss emerging trends and innovations in healthcare facility design that aim to provide a wellness-focused experience for patients and staff.
  • Analyze real-world examples of healthcare facilities that have successfully implemented new design and modular solutions to improve the healthcare experience.
  • Consider the broader implications of redefining the healthcare experience on the future of healthcare delivery and patient outcomes.
  • Evaluate opportunities for collaboration between healthcare professionals, interior designers, and modular solution providers to continue innovating and improving the healthcare industry.

 

About the Panelists: 

Moderator: Jen Tregarthen, Lockton Companies

Bio coming soon.

Panelist: Heather Weerheim, Greiner Construction

Bio coming soon.

Panelist: Beth Nordstrom, Partner, BDH

Beth Nordstrom is Partner at BDH, one of the largest interior and architectural design firms in the Twin Cities. She provides leadership and design expertise to a team of interior and technical designers focused on healthcare projects. As a LEED accredited professional, Beth has the passion and expertise required to design healthcare facilities that promote health and a and purpose when the team guides a healthcare client to a successful outcome for their clinical space - one that meets the needs of the client and all end users.

Panelist: Joel Schurke, Intep LLC

As President, and CEO of Intep, LLC, Joel provides fractional and consulting advisory services in real estate strategy, owner representation, and project management services in healthcare, sustainability, and high-tech project leadership and serves on the Advisory Board of Intep GmbH. Joel is an accomplished Real Estate & Facility Operations Executive with a wealth of leadership experience spanning real estate development, planning, design and construction, business development, and facility management in healthcare, mixed-use development, market rate housing, commercial real estate, and energy.  Known for innovative market positions and a track record of success in both for-profit, academic, and non-profit organizations. Joel demonstrates hands-on expertise in steering large-scale projects through their entire lifecycle, from business startup and growth to financial analysis, strategic planning, master planning, project management, and personnel management.  Joel served for 12 years as VP of Real Estate & Facility Operations at the University of Minnesota Physicians, where he managed strategic facility planning, design, construction and operations with prior roles at Park Nicollet Health Services, Ryan Companies, and architectural firms. Joel co-authored "Sustainable Design" an NCARB publication in 2001.

 

 

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