KSHE Update

Kentucky Society of Healthcare Engineers

KSHE News & Events
 

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2024 KSHE Annual Conference Call for Presentations Now Open
KSHE invites you to submit your presentation for review to present at 2024 KSHE Annual Conference! The minimum/ maximum length of prospective presentations will be 50 minutes plus 10 minutes for questions.

 

Submissions are due by Monday, July 15. Notifications of selection will be distributed by Friday, Aug. 2. If you have any questions, please email info@kshe.org.

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KSHE Networking Event in Pikeville
 

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Kentucky Spotlight
Initiative Builds New Career Opportunities for Local Construction Workers at Norton West Louisville Hospital
Norton Healthcare
“The exciting thing is that we’re building more than just a healthcare facility. We’re building hope, compassion, and a brighter future for this community,” said Anthony Mathis, Norton Healthcare system director for sustainability and supplier diversity.

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Baptist Health To Open New High-Tech Pharmacy Hub in La Grange, Kentucky
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One of the first in the nation, Baptist Health opens an innovative $40 million autonomous pharmacy hub in La Grange, supporting nine hospitals and generating 200 jobs

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ASHE Update
ASHE Earns Highest ENERGY STAR Award
Health Facilities Management
“It’s an honor to accept this award on behalf of ASHE members, who are continuing to carry out the hard work of decarbonizing health care facilities,” says Kara Brooks, MS, LEED AP BD+C, senior associate director of sustainability at ASHE.

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Your Facilities Management News
Healthcare Design: How To Improve the Parking Experience for Patients and Families
Building Design+Construction
Prioritizing parking experience in healthcare settings is essential for patient and family satisfaction. Utilizing the right design strategies and simulation modeling can ensure efficient operations and improve overall experiences.

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Project Management Tools and Best Practices 
Health Facilities Management
Healthcare project managers can ensure success by aligning stakeholder expectations, managing change, and communicating consistently with clinical staff and leadership.

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Increasing Healthcare Accessibility Through Commercial Conversions 
Facility Executive
There are several key areas to consider before diving into an adaptive reuse project to transform former retail and commercial spaces into outpatient healthcare facilities.

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Sustainability Spotlight
Three Steps To Becoming a More Sustainable Facility
Health Facilities Management
Healthcare facilities are increasingly urged to prioritize environmental sustainability, with initiatives like emissions reduction and energy optimization gaining traction. ASHE offers guidance on implementing such measures effectively, aiding in the transition towards sustainability.

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DOE Releases Zero-Emissions Building Definition, Part 1
FacilitiesDive
The DOE's new zero-emissions building definition highlights energy efficiency and clean energy, earning commendation from ASHRAE for guiding steps toward climate action.

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