A health facility will play a pivotal role at some stage in a person’s life, whether it is to celebrate the birth of a child, the death of a loved one or treatment of an illness. Over the past 15 years, research has conclusively demonstrated that the design of health facilities can positively impact the quality of care received by patients and influence their recovery rates.
Hames Sharley utilises knowledge gained from this research to ensure the health facilities we design promote speedy patient recovery, reduce length of stay, minimise risk, assist in the delivery of quality health care services and provide an efficient, satisfying workplace for health providers. By undertaking an evidence based design (EDB) approach, Hames Sharley has created an impressive track record in delivering innovative, efficient and responsive health facilities. We believe that the design of health facilities should be based on the mission and service delivery objectives of the health services to be provided.
Sometimes our worst experiences can be our best opportunity for growth. For Principal of People & Culture, Michael Wright, that was the case.
Michael shares his mental health journey in the hopes of encouraging ongoing conversations about everyday human struggles and how these experiences help us better understand our communities and each other.
Like many Australians, living through extended lockdowns has taken a toll on Fiona’s mental health.
Located in Victoria and currently going through lockdown number six, Fiona talks about why it’s so much harder to stay positive this time, and the lessons she’s learnt about the importance of self-care and social connections.
Thanks to a global health crisis, Director and National Portfolio Leader for Education, Science & Research, James Edwards, was forced to stay in Western Australia and catch up on some rather overdue medical tests. Despite having no symptoms, In April 2020, James was diagnosed with high-grade prostate cancer.
Having lost a close friend to suicide, Alex Quin has experienced first-hand the devastating impact mental illness can have on a community. In a bid to honour his friend, Phil, Alex writes about the need to de-stigmatise mental illness, and how the simple art of conversation can help those suffering feel less isolated.
The overcrowding of Emergency Departments (EDs) has been a serious issue facing many Australian hospitals for at least the last decade. It’s a complex issue resulting from multiple issues; from inadequate funding, to doctor shortages, and a scarcity of beds.
