SSOE's Matt Kennedy presents "Urban Legends of Healthcare Design"

PHOENIX, March 12, 2009-With both an exhibition and a presentation, SSOE had a significant presence at the American Society for Healthcare Engineering's (ASHE) 2009 International Conference and Exhibition on Health Facility Planning, Design, and Construction (PDC) in Phoenix, Arizona. The show brought together thought leaders in healthcare engineering and architecture from around the world.

Matt Kennedy of SSOE's healthcare group presented, "Urban Legends of Healthcare Design," which looked at several popular design strategies and the clinical motivations that lead to their use. Kennedy is certified by the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA), and also served as a member of this year's PDC faculty.

Citing specific case study examples, Kennedy presented research evidence to support, or debunk the myths in popularized design intentions. Busting these myths, attendees learned the difference between design fact and design fiction, and just exactly where, when, and how design makes the critical difference. The audience was urged to closely look at design strategies - myth versus reality and the importance of evidence-based design as a critical tool for healthcare architects.

As experienced healthcare architects and engineers, SSOE designs facilities that combine optimal patient care with fiscal responsibility, integrating cutting edge medicine and efficient operations. SSOE's exhibit highlighted the company's client-based philosophy and specialties such as Building Information Modeling (BIM).

Download a PDF of the presentationand contact Matt Kennedy (mkennedy@ssoe.com) for additional information, or to schedule a presentation to your group.

About SSOE Group
SSOE Group is an international EPCM firm ranked eleventh among the largest engineering and architecture firms (Building Design + Construction, 2009). SSOE has also been named one of the "Best AEC Firms to Work For" (Building Design + Construction) and as one of the fastest-growing U.S. architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting firms byZweigWhite, Hot List 2009.

With 18 offices around the world, SSOE is a leader in providing sustainable and renewable solutions. The company has earned a solid reputation providing architecture, engineering, procurement, and construction management services to the healthcare, automotive, science and technology, energy, alternative energy, biofuels, chemical, food and beverage, glass, and personal care industries. SSOE has completed projects in more than 30 countries. Visitwww.ssoe.comfor additional information and career opportunities.

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About the conference

The 2009 PDC conference provides healthcare architects and engineers with an opportunity to view state-of-the-art healthcare centers in Phoenix, as well as attend seminars that address topics like economics, technology, and sustainability. In addition, the conference gives attendees the chance to gain an in-depth view of what legislation is affecting the industry, as well as the trends dominating healthcare facility design.

Access detailed program information athttp://www.ashe.org/ashe/pdc/program.htmlor athttp://pdcbrochure.ashe.org/(S(q0h31dmzn3lrp2zajzqpq455))/default.aspx?bhcp=1

Contact:
Linda Packo
Phone: 419-255-3830
Cell: 419-327-0519
lpacko@ssoe.com